Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler
Job Description

The Material Handler supports hospital operations by safely unloading shipments, organizing and stocking inventory, and delivering materials to departments across the facility. This role ensures that critical supplies are available where and when they are needed in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming shipments and place inventory in the correct storage areas.
• Pull orders accurately and load materials onto carts for distribution throughout the hospital.
• Deliver materials to various departments in a timely and organized manner.
• Stock and organize materials in the shipping and receiving room to maintain a clean and efficient workspace.
• Place orders for supplies as needed and log inventory accurately in the system.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages or discrepancies to the appropriate personnel.
• Follow all safety procedures when lifting, moving, and transporting materials.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling and documenting inventory.

• At least 6 months of logistics or material handling experience.
• Proven ability to lift 50+ pounds and push loads of 100+ pounds safely.
• Experience logging and tracking inventory accurately.
• Basic understanding of material handling, picking, packing, loading, unloading, and packaging.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable work ethic with consistent attendance and punctuality.

• Hospital or healthcare environment experience is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with supply chain or logistics processes.
• Comfort working with carts and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and hospital staff.
• Willingness to learn hospital-specific procedures and inventory systems.

You join a stable, essential industry where hospitals operate around the clock, providing consistent hours and long-term job security. You gain access to strong healthcare benefits when you transition to a direct role. You have clear opportunities for advancement, with many leaders having started in entry-level technician and material handling positions, creating a defined path for growth and career development.

Work Environment

This position is based in a busy hospital environment that is very fast-paced and highly dynamic. You will work indoors and move frequently between the shipping and receiving area and various hospital departments while transporting materials on carts. The role follows a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You will regularly lift and push heavy loads and must follow all safety and hospital protocols while on site.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

The pay range for this position is $15.10 - $15.10/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)

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.