Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Material Handler to support operations in Commerce City. In this role, you will work in a fast-paced production environment, handling material movement, waste management, and general cleanup while maintaining strict safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate a forklift to move materials throughout the production floor.

• Manage waste streams using dumps, hoppers, and roll-off bins.

• Safely dump hopper contents into designated roll-off containers.

• Break down pallets and materials using a sawzall.

• Maintain clean and organized work areas.

• Follow all site-specific and company safety protocols.

• Support production team needs to keep workflow efficient.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in operating a forklift.

• Experience in material handling.

• Ability to use a sawzall for material breakdown.

• Strong safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior forklift operating experience in a production or industrial environment.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

• Experience in handling industrial waste streams or similar duties is a plus.

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work scheduled shifts consistently.

Why Work Here?

Join a team where safety and efficiency are valued, offering a dynamic work environment that supports professional growth and development. Enjoy the benefits of working a consistent schedule with opportunities for overtime and a commitment to maintaining a safe workplace.

Work Environment

Work in an industrial/production setting at the Vestas facility in Windsor, CO. The environment is fast-paced with frequent movement and equipment operation, requiring standing, lifting, and operating machinery throughout the shift. The schedule includes 12-hour shifts from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and every other Thursday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Windsor, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Windsor,CO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 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.