Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler III

Job Description

The Material Handler III retrieves, stocks, and verifies materials in a high-bay warehouse to support both internal and external customer orders. This role operates a variety of industrial material handling equipment, performs accurate system transactions, and helps maintain inventory accuracy throughout the facility. In addition, the Material Handler III shares expertise, supports continuous improvement of material flow, and serves as a mentor to other material handlers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, pick, and deliver materials to designated locations within the facility to support production and customer orders.
• Use manual and powered material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks, to pick and place products, including in high-bay locations.
• Accurately perform computer and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system transactions to ensure product availability and proper inventory status.
• Pick all customer orders in alignment with quality standards and On-Time Delivery (OTD) goals.
• Replenish stock in grocery store and flow rack locations as needed to fulfill customer and internal orders.
• Receive order requests from internal customers and pick components to prevent line shortages and maintain continuous supply.
• Place raw chemicals in designated storage locations in a timely manner, following all storage regulations and safety requirements.
• Ensure first-in, first-out (FIFO) movement of materials throughout the facility to maintain proper inventory rotation.
• Perform warehouse verification and consolidation activities to optimize storage and material flow.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by identifying and reconciling inventory discrepancies.
• Execute ERP system transactions as directed by planners or supervisors to support order management and planning.
• Keep the work area neat, orderly, and compliant with safety and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to support proper order management and planning in order to meet quality and OTD targets.
• Execute and sustain Kanban processes in the work area, including card management and replenishment triggers.
• Manage material presentation, Kanban management, and ongoing organization of materials and storage locations.
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of related warehouse experience.
• At least 1 year of forklift experience, including safe operation in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to operate a diverse variety of material handling equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all material handling and system transactions.
• Basic math skills to perform counts, verifications, and inventory-related calculations.
• Proficient computer and keyboard skills, including experience with inventory or ERP systems.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of personalities.
• Ability to handle a large variety of tasks and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow through to completion with minimal oversight.
• Ability to work effectively with frequent interruptions while maintaining accuracy and productivity.
• Good handeye coordination to safely and efficiently operate equipment and handle materials.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Inventory management experience preferred, including inventory transactions, cycle counting, and material handling.
• Experience in picking, packing, shipping, and receiving in a warehouse or production environment.
• Experience in logistics, production support, unloading, and general warehouse operations.
• Familiarity with Kanban processes and material presentation practices.
• Comfort working around chemicals, oils, and other industrial materials while following safety procedures.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team-focused warehouse environment where accuracy, safety, and collaboration are highly valued. The role offers the opportunity to deepen your skills with modern material handling equipment and ERP systems while contributing directly to on-time delivery and operational excellence. You will have the chance to mentor others, participate in continuous improvement initiatives, and work a consistent weekday schedule that supports worklife balance.

Work Environment

This position operates in a high-bay warehouse and production support environment that may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, and workspace restrictions. The noise level can occasionally be loud. Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required and may include eye protection, hearing protection, respiratory protection, protective smocks, steel-toe shoes, gloves, hard hats, and face shields. Contact lenses are not allowed while performing this work. The role involves regular use of industrial material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and reach trucks, along with computer and ERP systems for inventory and order management. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing a consistent daytime shift in a structured industrial setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ames, IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Ames,IA.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.