Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler Job Description

This role involves safely handling, packaging, and moving steel materials within a busy manufacturing facility. You will operate a sit-down forklift, lift and band heavy steel skids, and ensure all materials are correctly identified, stored, and prepared according to work orders and control plans. The position begins on first shift for training and then transitions permanently to second shift.

Responsibilities

• Lift and move 40–50 lb skids of steel repeatedly throughout the shift.

• Band steel materials securely according to specified procedures.

• Package material in accordance with specifications listed on the work order.

• Package material following all procedures specified in the control plan.

• Coordinate packaging activities to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of orders.

• Use the Pro-flo production system to bar code material accurately.

• Identify material with the correct identification tags to maintain traceability.

• Designate appropriate storage locations for materials to optimize space and accessibility.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including keeping packaging supplies neatly arranged.

• Ensure the floor in the work area remains free of scrap paper, banding, and other debris.

• Walk frequently to move coils and materials from one side of the building to the other as needed.

• Monitor product quality during handling and packaging and report any quality concerns immediately.

• Stop production when necessary to prevent nonconforming products and promptly notify the supervisor.

• Follow all safety procedures, including use of required personal protective equipment, when working around steel and overhead cranes.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of sit-down forklift experience.

• Previous forklift certification.

• Proven ability to lift 40–50 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift.

• Ability to stand on your feet for the entire shift.

• Experience in packaging or banding materials in an industrial or warehouse environment.

• Material handling experience, including moving and staging materials safely.

• Basic ability to follow written work orders and control plans accurately.

• Comfort working in a loud, heavy industrial setting with moving equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with steel materials in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.

• Prior banding experience specifically with steel or similar heavy materials.

• Familiarity with bar coding systems such as Pro-flo or similar production systems.

• Strong attention to detail and quality when packaging and labeling materials.

• Ability to coordinate tasks and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

You will join a safety-focused manufacturing operation that values reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail. The facility offers a spacious work area with clearly defined processes and procedures to support your success. You will have the opportunity to develop and apply your material handling and forklift skills in a structured environment with consistent hours and a stable second-shift schedule.

Work Environment

This role is based in a large, loud manufacturing facility where safety is a top priority. The environment includes frequent movement of steel materials and overhead cranes carrying steel bundles, requiring constant awareness and adherence to safety protocols. You must wear hard hats and safety goggles at all times, along with other required personal protective equipment. The building provides plenty of room to maneuver materials, but the temperature can become very warm in the summer. The position starts on first shift for training and then transitions permanently to second shift, running from 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Expect to be on your feet for most of the shift, walking extensively and working around heavy equipment and steel products.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Sterling Heights,MI.

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.

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.