Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler $21-22/HR Overview We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Material Handler to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for staging products and transporting finished materials to and from welders, ensuring smooth workflow and operational efficiency. Responsibilities + Operate a sit-down forklift to transport materials safely and efficiently. + Stage and prepare materials for operators to ensure timely availability. + Maintain clean and organized workstations to support a safe work environment. + Assist in preparing bays for operations. + Support shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading trucks. Essential Skills + Minimum 1 year of experience operating a sit-down forklift . + Ability to pass a forklift test, demonstrating proficiency in tight and narrow spaces. + Strong understanding of safety protocols, especially when maneuvering around blind corners. + Skilled in careful loading/unloading of materials, including unsecured items. + Physical ability to lift up to 75 lbs . Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in material handling and general labor. + Familiarity with warehouse operations, production processes, inventory management, packaging, and unloading. Why Join Us? + Competitive pay and a positive team culture. + Employee satisfaction is a priorityu2014our team enjoys the work environment. Work Environment + Shift: 1st shift + Mondayu2013Thursday: 5:00 AM u2013 3:30 PM + Friday: 6:00 AM u2013 2:30 PM + Work outdoors in varying weather conditions (rain, cold, etc.). + Facility includes a weld shop with up to 20 welders. + Initial training provided for the first few weeks, followed by independent work with occasional check-ins. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orion, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $22.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:u2022 Medical, dental & visionu2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospitalu2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableu2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)u2022 Short and long-term disabilityu2022 Health Spending Account (HSA)u2022 Transportation benefitsu2022 Employee Assistance Programu2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Orion,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 23, 2025. 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.

Created: 2025-12-12