Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler
Job Description
This role focuses on safely handling materials within a large, organized manufacturing warehouse by operating stand-up and sit-down forklifts, picking and staging parts for production, and processing inbound and outbound shipments using computer-based systems. You will work on a first-shift schedule and play a key role in ensuring accurate inventory, timely order fulfillment, and efficient material flow throughout the facility.
Responsibilities

• Operate stand-up forklifts, including order/cherry picker or joey-style powered industrial trucks, to pick parts for production and customer orders.
• Use sit-down and stand-up forklifts to unload trucks, receive materials, crates, and other products, and safely stock them within warehouse racks.
• Pick parts accurately for production orders and ensure timely staging of products from production to designated areas.
• Process outbound shipments using FedEx shipping software, ensuring correct packaging, documentation, and labeling.
• Utilize a touchscreen computer system and warehouse management system (WMS) to access job lists, enter inventory data, and update order status.
• Key in inventory information such as quantity, part numbers, purchase orders, and packing list details into the computer system with a high degree of accuracy.
• Verify incoming shipments against receiving paperwork to confirm correct quantities, part numbers, and documentation.
• Use RF scanners to receive products into inventory, perform picks, and identify or confirm bin locations for materials.
• Lift and move materials weighing over 50 pounds as part of daily material handling and stocking tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety procedures and wearing required protective equipment.
• Collaborate with team members and leads to prioritize tasks, support production needs, and ensure efficient material flow throughout the warehouse and production areas.

Essential Skills

• Previous forklift operating experience, including stand-up and/or sit-down forklifts.
• Experience with order picker, cherry picker, or joey-style powered industrial trucks, or a strong comfort level working at heights with related forklift experience.
• Ability to operate a stand-up forklift to pick parts and stock materials in warehouse racks.
• Comfort using computers, including touchscreen computer systems, to access job lists and enter data.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) or similar computer-based inventory tools.
• Ability to lift and handle items weighing at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Basic receiving and shipping experience, including verifying shipments against receiving paperwork.
• Ability to accurately key in inventory information such as quantities, part numbers, purchase orders, and packing list details.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to work effectively in a large, labeled manufacturing and warehouse environment.
• Willingness to complete an 8-hour forklift training and re-certification provided by the company.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using RF scanners for receiving, picking, and inventory management..
• Material handling experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Familiarity with shipping, receiving, and WMS processes.
• Comfort working with varying workloads, including unloading multiple containers per week.

Why Work Here?
You will join a stable organization with a strong track record of innovation and long-term employee tenure, where many leaders have grown their careers from production roles. The facility offers an onsite cafeteria with made-to-order breakfast and lunch, a clean and climate-controlled environment, and a supportive team culture focused on collaboration and safety. You will have access to company-funded development opportunities, including a GED program once hired directly, and significant potential for advancement as the operation continues to grow and expand its production capacity.
Work Environment
This is a first-shift position, working Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the possibility of working until 4:30 p.m. based on workload. The role is based in a large, organized manufacturing floor and adjacent warehouse, where all sections are clearly labeled by materials and production areas. The facility is clean and climate controlled, providing a comfortable and safe working environment. You will work around powered industrial trucks, warehouse racks, and production areas while using technologies such as stand-up and sit-down forklifts, RF scanners, WMS, touchscreen computer systems, and FedEx shipping software. The dress code includes steel-toe shoes, long pants, and a plain t-shirt, with safety glasses provided by the employer. The culture emphasizes a great team atmosphere, strong safety practices, and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and lunch.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of RICHMOND, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in RICHMOND,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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