Material Handler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler
Job Description

The Material Handler receives, inspects, documents, and stores primarily raw materials in a manufacturing plant that produces trailers for government contracts. This role unpacks incoming products, verifies counts and part numbers against shipping documents, performs visual quality inspections, records data in the computer system, and ensures materials are labeled and placed in the correct storage locations to support efficient production operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming products, primarily raw materials, into the plant in a timely and accurate manner.
• Unpack and un-package incoming materials safely, ensuring all items are handled carefully to prevent damage.
• Verify product counts against paperwork or bills of lading, confirming quantities, part numbers, and descriptions are correct.
• Perform visual inspections of incoming materials to identify defects, damage, or quality issues and report any discrepancies.
• Document product counts, part numbers, and related information in the computer database accurately and consistently.
• Print and affix appropriate labels or identification to products prior to storage to ensure accurate tracking and retrieval.
• Place materials in the correct storage locations according to established procedures and inventory systems.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, load, and unload materials safely within the facility.
• Pick and stage materials as needed to support production, assembly, and other internal departments.
• Assist with packing and loading activities when required to support shipping or internal transfers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with plant safety and housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate with team members, assembly personnel, and other departments to ensure material availability and accurate inventory.
• Follow all plant procedures, safety guidelines, and work instructions related to material handling and equipment operation.

• At least 2 years of material handling experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Previous forklift experience with the ability to safely operate forklifts and related material handling equipment.
• Ability to use computers to document materials in the inventory or production system.
• Experience with receiving, picking, packing, loading, and general inventory handling.
• Strong attention to detail for verifying counts, part numbers, and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to perform visual inspections and identify obvious quality or damage issues.
• Basic data entry skills and comfort working with computer-based tracking systems.
• Ability to work safely in a production plant environment and follow established procedures.

• Previous assembly experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Previous mechanical repair experience or hands-on mechanical work.
• Previous experience working on government contracts or in a regulated production environment.
• Comfort working with air tools, fabrication, or assembly processes in an industrial setting.
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet production and material handling demands.

You will join a stable manufacturing operation that has secured a long-term government contract, providing strong job security through at least 2026–2027. The facility offers a first-shift schedule, allowing for more predictable work-life balance. You will work in a clean, well-organized environment with clear processes and defined work areas, alongside a team of experienced professionals. The organization continues to grow and invest in its operations, creating opportunities to build valuable skills in material handling, manufacturing, and government contract work.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing plant that produces trailers for military use under a large government contract. The facility is clean and well lit, with tall ceilings and clearly defined areas, including machining and fabrication, assembly, and a paint shop. The assembly area is organized into cells where trailers are built. The plant is heated in the winter but not air conditioned in the summer, so it can become warm during hotter months. Noise levels vary, with some areas experiencing intermittent noise from air tools, though it is not consistently loud throughout the facility. The plant employs approximately 100 people and currently operates only on first shift, with typical hours of 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and overtime as needed. The role involves regular use of forklifts and other material handling equipment, as well as computer systems for documenting materials.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Clintonville, WI.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Clintonville,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.

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.

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.