Material Handler

Company: Aerotek
Location: Washington
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Material Handler ( 1st Shift ) Job Description The Materials Handler plays a critical role in supporting production by ensuring materials are safely and efficiently moved, organized, and available when needed. This position involves operating material-handling equipment, maintaining accurate inventory, and keeping work areas clean and compliant with safety standards. Additionally, the role includes assisting with fire prevention tasks within the EHS department. The ideal candidate is a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong attention to detail, and can work under time constraints to meet production goals. Responsibilities Safely load, unload, and transport materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment. Pull and stage materials accurately for production based on work orders and schedules. Perform inventory counts and maintain accurate records to ensure proper stock levels. Receive, inspect, and organize incoming materials in designated storage areas. Maintain a clean and organized workspace, including docks and loading zones. Adhere to all safety guidelines, company procedures, and proper equipment operation standards. Assist with preparing finished products for shipment. Perform daily cleaning tasks around machines to reduce fire hazards. Maintain 6S standards to support overall facility organization. Empty swarf hoppers and ensure bins are properly saturated throughout the shift. Conduct weekly pressure washing of grinders and motor faces. Assist with machine cleanouts in confined spaces. Essential Skills Forklift experience (2 years is preferred). Basic computer skills and ability to read work orders and schedules. Comfortable in confined spaces (like cleaning out an oven). Proficiency with basic hand tools. Organizational skills. Team player. Self-starter. Safety oriented. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with material handling equipment. Ability to deburr and use industrial cleaning tools. Experience with inventory management. Familiarity with power tools and tape measures. Why Work Here? Great benefits, culture, and pay with very good pay increases and potential for upward mobility. Work Environment This is a warehouse and production environment operating Monday through Friday on the 1st shift. The facility is not climate-controlled and can become very hot. This is a team-oriented position where everyone works together to achieve common goals. Once fully trained, employees will not be micromanaged, and the daily schedule allows for some flexibility. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required and provided, including metatarsal shoes, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves, hearing protection, hard hat, and chemical-resistant metatarsal boots. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WASHINGTON, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.63 - $19.63/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 WASHINGTON,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

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