Material Handler @ Aerotek

Job Title: Material HandlerJob DescriptionThe Material Handler plays a key role in supporting production and shipping operations by accurately printing, picking, and scheduling orders, safely moving materials by hand and forklift, and maintaining a clean and organized work area. This position ensures that raw materials and finished goods are properly received, labeled, prepared for shipment, and handled in accordance with safety and hazardous material guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Print, pick, and schedule orders to be shipped in a timely and accurate manner.
• Load and unload materials onto and from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand and by forklift.
• Load and unload materials into vehicles and overseas containers, ensuring secure placement.
• Install strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage to materials during transit.
• Attach identifying tags or labels to materials and mark information on cases or other containers.
• Mark, label, and handle hazardous materials in accordance with safety procedures.
• Receive raw materials and verify quantities and descriptions as required.
• Organize and move materials to designated storage or production areas.
• Clean and maintain the work area, machines, and equipment to support a safe and efficient operation.
• Operate a forklift to move materials and products throughout the facility.
• Follow established procedures and work instructions to maintain accuracy and safety.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to coordinate material handling activities.
• Maintain dependable and consistent attendance to support production and shipping schedules.

Essential Skills

• Valid forklift certification and ability to safely operate a forklift.
• Experience in production, general labor, material handling, inventory, picking, packing, and printing tasks.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining productivity and accuracy.
• Ability to safely handle, move, and organize materials, including heavy items.
• Dependability and consistent attendance to support operational needs.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to coordinate with colleagues and supervisors.
• Ability to follow procedures, safety guidelines, and work independently when needed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working with hazardous materials, including proper marking and labeling.
• Ability to learn and follow shipping, receiving, and inventory processes.
• Willingness to perform cleaning and basic maintenance of work areas, machines, and equipment.
• Capability to adapt to changing priorities in a production and warehouse environment.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to regularly stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel while performing job duties.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to frequently walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodations available as needed.

Why Work Here? You join a team-focused environment where safety, reliability, and mutual support are valued every day. The organization promotes clear procedures, consistent communication, and opportunities to take ownership of your work. You benefit from a structured setting that recognizes dependable attendance, teamwork, and attention to detail, offering a stable role within a fast-paced operation.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a production and warehouse setting that operates at a fast pace and requires frequent movement of materials throughout the facility. You spend much of the day standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling while handling and organizing materials. You regularly lift and move items up to 50 pounds and operate forklifts and other material handling equipment. The environment includes working around machinery, pallets, racks, and shipping areas, with a strong focus on safety, proper handling of hazardous materials, and maintaining a clean, orderly workspace. Appropriate work attire is practical and suitable for a hands-on industrial environment.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Linden, NJ.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 12, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Linden,NJ.

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.