Material Handler
Aerotek - Buffalo Grove, IL
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1st And 2nd Shift Material Handler | Weekly Pay The Material Handler will play a crucial role in maintaining control over various types of inventories, including raw materials, subassemblies, and finished goods. This position involves conducting physical inventory counts, reconciling results with inventory records, ensuring correct quantities in shipments, and conducting analyses to coordinate with production and sales requirements. Responsibilities Understand department activity requirements and follow SOPs, WI, site, and regional requirements. Ensure accurate execution of transactions related to the area of assignment to maintain inventory accuracy at the site. Actively participate in or lead inventory-related projects at the site to suggest initiatives to improve inventory controls reporting and objectives. Utilize WMS and JDE systems proficiently to report material availability problems. Load and unload trucks using pallet jacks and RF scan guns to scan products in and out. Perform basic shipping duties including cycle counts to match current inventory. Stage, check in products into the system, and put inventory away. Pull orders and assemble carts for production, delivering to areas as needed. Essential Skills At least 1 year of experience in shipping and receiving. Experience with freight and full container/dedicated trailer handling for at least 1 year. Excellent computer skills, including warehouse systems, RF scan guns, and ability to perform transactions and multi-task across various computer systems. Additional Skills & Qualifications Ability to sit and/or stand for the duration of the shift. Ability to frequently reach at waist and occasionally above head. Capability to carry up to 10lbs and lift up to 45lbs. Proficiency with basic hand tools. Ability to frequently push, pull, bend, kneel, and/or stoop. Why Work Here? This position offers an opportunity for individuals looking to diversify their skills and work with their hands. The company provides extensive training to ensure success on the floor and holds employee appreciation events regularly. With several levels to move up into when permanent, employees can look forward to growth opportunities. The clean, temperature-controlled environment ensures comfort year-round, complemented by an awesome new break room with snack kiosks. Work Environment The work environment includes a clean and temperature-controlled facility, ensuring comfort while performing duties. The company provides a supportive atmosphere with opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Employees can enjoy a well-equipped break room and participate in regular appreciation events such as BBQs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo Grove, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $18.00/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 Buffalo Grove, IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.
Created: 2026-04-01