Material Handler
Aerotek
Posted Friday, May 1, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005998976
Job Description
The Material Handler works in the shipping department of a production facility, supporting both the warehouse and production areas. This role focuses on supplying materials to production lines, moving finished goods to the shipping area, and preparing products for outbound shipment using various material handling equipment and systems. The position requires accurate inventory handling, safe operation of forklifts and related equipment, and consistent use of RF scanners and basic computer systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Supply materials to production lines in a timely and accurate manner to support continuous manufacturing operations.
- Transport finished goods from the production floor to the shipping area for staging and outbound shipment.
- Keep track of material flow and inventory levels, ensuring materials are properly labeled, located, and recorded.
- Wrap skids and palletize products securely to prepare them for storage or shipment.
- Use an RF scanner to track, locate, and confirm materials and finished goods within the warehouse and production areas.
- Operate a reach truck to load trucks, move pallets, and transport materials safely throughout the facility.
- Operate a sit-down forklift to handle materials and finished goods as needed.
- Occasionally operate a cherry picker to access and move materials stored at height, following all safety procedures.
- Prepare and ship products using common carriers such as UPS and FedEx, following established shipping procedures and documentation requirements.
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures while operating equipment and moving materials in both the warehouse and production areas.
- Collaborate with production and shipping team members to prioritize tasks and meet daily shipping and production goals.
- At least 1 year of forklift experience, including safe operation in a production or warehouse environment.
- Ability to read, write, and speak English to follow work instructions, safety guidelines, and shipping documentation.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment while managing multiple tasks.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required during material handling and palletizing activities.
- Basic computer literacy to use shipping systems, RF scanners, and related software.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate inventory tracking, labeling, and shipment preparation.
- Experience with material handling tasks such as loading, unloading, palletizing, and staging products.
- Experience operating stand-up and sit-down forklifts or similar powered industrial trucks.
- Familiarity with using an RF scanner for inventory and shipping functions.
- Previous experience as a material handler in a manufacturing setting.
- OSHA forklift certification or equivalent formal forklift training.
- Basic knowledge of JDE (JD Edwards) systems and kanban processes.
- Experience working in a lean manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Experience using UPS and FedEx shipping systems for outbound freight.
- Experience operating reach trucks, stand-up forklifts, and cherry pickers in a warehouse or production facility.
The facility offers a stable manufacturing environment where safety is a core cultural driver and a visible priority throughout the plant. Team members gain hands-on experience across both production and warehouse operations, building valuable skills with modern material handling equipment and systems. The organization promotes a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence, providing opportunities to grow within a structured, process-driven setting. Employees work alongside a supportive team that values reliability, accuracy, and collaboration to meet shared production and shipping goals.
Work Environment
This role is based in a production and warehouse facility that manufactures water filtration products and ships them to customers. The production floor and warehouse are separate but closely connected, and the Material Handler works regularly in both areas. The facility is well lit and relatively clean, with a strong emphasis on safety practices and procedures. The plant is not climate controlled, so temperatures can become hot during the summer months and may vary with the seasons. The role involves frequent use of forklifts (reach truck, stand-up, and sit-down), RF scanners, and computer-based shipping systems such as those used for UPS and FedEx. Team members should be prepared for a physically active position that includes standing, walking, lifting, and operating equipment throughout the shift while adhering to all safety and operational guidelines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hanover Park, IL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Hanover Park,IL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 15, 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.
Contact Information
Email: hbenkhemis@aerotek.com
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