Full Time Material Handler / Warehouse (Day shift)

Job Title: Material Handler

The Material Handler is responsible for accurately stocking, pulling, and delivering parts, materials, and supplies to support production in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a full-time, first shift role, working Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. with a strong focus on safe material handling, inventory accuracy, and effective communication across the facility.

Perform material handling and warehousing functions including receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping parts, materials, equipment, and supplies.

Stock and pull parts and materials for production orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Accurately utilize data collection systems to track inventory movements and material transactions.

Perform bin transfer confirmations and verify all materials pulled for production orders.

Effectively use software systems and RF scanners to access, update, and maintain inventory and order information.

Maintain administrative records and operate a computer for receiving, counting, and order processing activities.

Safely operate forklifts, high-reach forklifts, and other mobile equipment as required to facilitate material movement.

Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required and report any issues promptly.

Perform Safety Stop audit observations and help reinforce safe work practices throughout the facility.

Participate in continuous improvement and process improvement activities (CI/PID) to enhance efficiency and safety.

Support cross-training initiatives by taking on additional duties or tasks to assist various areas of the shop.

Promote a culture aligned with organizational values and serve as a positive role model for colleagues.

Follow facility safety policies, safe job procedures, and hazard risk assessments, using appropriate personal protective equipment for each task.

Ensure customer requirements are met through accurate and timely handling of materials and orders.

Safely lift, push, and pull components or parts as needed to support production and warehousing operations.

Travel periodically to other areas of the plant and other warehouses as directed to support material handling needs.

Complete other duties as assigned to support overall shop operations and organizational goals.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of 2 years of job-related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet production and shipping deadlines.

Highly motivated and self-starter mindset with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Ability to solve problems and adapt to a variety of changing situations on the shop floor.

Proficiency with computers and basic software applications for data entry and recordkeeping.

Experience with material handling, including safe lifting, moving, and storing of parts and supplies.

Visual and hearing abilities appropriate for the safe execution of job duties and operation of equipment.

Ability to sit or stand as needed and periodically walk or travel to other areas of the plant and warehouses.

Experience operating forklifts and high-reach forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

Hands-on experience with RF scanners for inventory and order processing.

Familiarity with data collection systems and inventory management software.

Experience performing preventive maintenance on material handling equipment.

Participation in continuous improvement and process improvement (CI/PID) activities.

Ability to serve as a positive role model and contribute to a values-driven culture.

Experience interfacing with plant management, supervisors, and production personnel to coordinate material flow.

You will join a culture that values safety, integrity, and teamwork, where employees support one another and work collaboratively to meet customer needs. The environment emphasizes continuous improvement, offering opportunities to participate in process enhancement initiatives and cross-training across different areas of the shop. With a consistent four-day workweek on first shift, you can enjoy a predictable schedule that supports work-life balance. The organization encourages personal responsibility, recognizes strong attendance and performance, and provides a setting where motivated individuals can grow their skills in a structured, values-driven operation.

This role is based in a manufacturing and warehouse setting, working Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. You will work around production lines, storage areas, and shipping docks, frequently moving between different areas of the plant and other warehouses as needed. The position involves regular use of forklifts, high-reach forklifts, RF scanners, computers, and inventory management systems. Work includes repetitive motions and physical tasks such as lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling components and materials up to 35 pounds. Employees follow established facility safety policies, hazard risk assessments, and standard work procedures, and use appropriate personal protective equipment for each task. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of West Fargo, ND.

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.

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)

Application Deadline

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. 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.

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.