About this role
Job Title: Material Handler Job DescriptionThis role ensures that production lines receive the right materials at the right time by performing both physical and system-based material movements. You will support replenishment routes from the warehouse, maintain organized picking bins, and help keep inventory accurate through regular counts and issue reporting.
Responsibilities
- Perform physical and systematic material movements to support multiple production lines.
- Support replenishment routes from the warehouse, including acting as the train driver when required.
- Replenish picking bins to ensure production areas remain fully stocked and ready for use.
- Monitor inventory levels and on-hand quantities and report discrepancies or issues immediately.
- Perform cycle counts as requested, including both hand counts and scale-based counts.
- Handle materials safely and efficiently to minimize damage and maintain product quality.
- Collaborate with production and warehouse teams to ensure timely material flow and resolve any supply interruptions.
- Follow all established procedures and work instructions related to material handling and inventory control.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safety and efficiency.
Essential Skills
- Experience in material handling within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Ability to perform general labor tasks related to production and assembly support.
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and follow safety procedures.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Basic ability to perform and record hand counts and scale counts accurately.
- Capability to monitor inventory levels and communicate issues clearly and promptly.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Previous experience supporting production lines with material movements.
- Familiarity with systematic (system-based) inventory transactions and material movements.
- Comfort working with replenishment routes and warehouse-to-line material flow.
- Strong attention to detail when handling inventory and completing cycle counts.
Why Work Here? You will work in a clean, climate-controlled facility that supports your comfort and safety while you focus on your work. The consistent 2nd shift schedule helps you plan your time, and the environment promotes teamwork between production and warehouse operations. You will have the opportunity to build valuable experience in manufacturing logistics and inventory control while contributing directly to efficient, reliable production. Work EnvironmentThis position is based in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility, providing a comfortable and stable working temperature throughout the year.
You will work on the production floor and in warehouse areas, handling materials and supporting production lines. The environment emphasizes safe work practices, organized material flow, and collaboration between production and logistics teams. Appropriate work attire suitable for a manufacturing setting is required.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, MO.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Columbia,MO.
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.