Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Material Handler to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for efficiently handling, organizing, and distributing materials within the warehouse, ensuring all safety procedures are followed. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload all inbound and outbound trailers, trucks, and vans, ensuring all safety devices are utilized and distribution center procedures are followed.

• Conduct daily cycle counts and physical inventories.

• Consolidate product to optimize space in the warehouse.

• Monitor warehouse inventory levels and replenish inventory into warehouse racking.

• Assist warehouse team in meeting productivity requirements with assigned tasks.

• Prepare items according to customer packaging, labeling, and shipping requirements, including picking and packing items for daily shipments.

• Operate all material handling equipment, such as vertical baler, pallet jack, two-wheel cart, barcode scanners, conveyor, air machine, sealed air, and shipping manifest systems.

• Follow guidelines and directions set by the Distribution Management Team and perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of warehouse and distribution experience for Level 1 candidates.

• At least 2 years of tenure at a former role for Level 1 candidates.

• Forklift certification and 5+ years of warehouse and distribution experience for Level 2 candidates.

• At least 3 years of tenure at a former role for Level 2 candidates.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with a vertical baler, pallet jack, two-wheel cart, barcode scanners, air machines.

• Working experience with some type of shipping system.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of healthcare technology distribution. Our commitment to supporting laboratories and healthcare facilities throughout the Western Hemisphere offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects. Benefit from a collaborative work environment and the chance to develop your career in a clean and well-organized facility.

Work Environment

Our clean manufacturing facility provides a safe and organized environment for all employees. Enjoy working with state-of-the-art material handling equipment in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

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 Buffalo Grove,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.