Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Hiring Material Handlers

Shift: 7am-3:30pm

Pay: $26/hr

Location: Newark, CA

Contract type: permanent

Job Description

This role supports logistics operations within data center environments, ensuring that critical infrastructure and equipment are accurately received, stored, tracked, and delivered where and when they are needed. The position combines material handling, inventory management, logistics coordination, and cross-functional communication to maintain smooth and efficient operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unpack, and verify incoming materials, equipment, and components against documentation such as packing lists and inventory records.
• Pick, stage, and prepare materials and equipment for internal customers and outbound shipments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Perform data entry in inventory management systems to track material movements, stock levels, and location changes.
• Maintain accurate inventory control by conducting counts, reconciling discrepancies, and updating records as needed.
• Organize and store materials in designated locations to ensure easy access, proper labeling, and safe handling.
• Operate or learn to operate an electric pallet jack to move materials safely within the facility.
• Coordinate with logistics, shipping/receiving, and other departments to support on-time delivery of critical infrastructure and equipment.
• Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams to understand material requirements and resolve issues related to inventory or logistics.
• Follow established procedures and safety guidelines while performing general labor and material handling tasks.
• Identify and report inventory, quality, or process issues and contribute to problem-solving efforts to improve operations.
• Use computers, smartphones, scanners, and inventory systems to manage orders, update records, and track material status.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with facility standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience in warehouse, inventory, logistics, shipping/receiving, manufacturing, or material handling environments preferred.
• Comfortable using computers, smartphones, scanners, and inventory management systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate an electric pallet jack.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with multiple departments and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills to manage materials, documentation, and inventory records effectively.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and in a team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• High school diploma or GED.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Newark, CA.

The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $60000.00/yr.

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.

Health Insurance, Vacation & time off, career development

This is a Permanent position based out of Newark, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Newark,CA.

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.