Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

As a Material Handler, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our facility by transporting materials safely and efficiently. You will be responsible for operating rear-wheel steering forklifts and yard tractors to load and unload shipments, transport raw materials, and maintain a clean and organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Operate rear-wheel steering forklifts and yard tractors to safely and efficiently transport materials within the facility.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring proper handling and storage of products.
• Transport raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods between various departments.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure safe and optimal performance.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations while operating forklifts and handling materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring aisles and storage locations are clear and accessible.
• Collaborate with production supervisors, warehouse personnel, and other team members to coordinate material movements and resolve any logistical challenges.
• Utilize excellent communication skills to provide updates on material availability and keep production lines stocked with raw materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with yard tractors and their safe operation is a plus
• Strong mathematical skills to handle inventory counts, pallet tie & tier, expiration dates, etc.
• Experience with picking, packing, RF scanner, loading, pick, pallet jack, unloading, packaging, reach truck, and forklift operating
• 2-3 years of warehouse and forklift experience preferred
• Being bilingual is a plus

Why Work Here?

Join a privately held company that offers a 401K match and comprehensive insurance benefits, including health, dental, and eye care. There is potential for profit sharing in 2025 and the opportunity to advance in a growing company.

Work Environment

Work in a GMP regulated, temperature-controlled environment within a very clean 135,000 square foot facility. The location is well maintained, situated in Hopkins, and offers three shifts: 1st Shift from 5am - 1:30pm Monday-Friday, 2nd Shift from 1pm - 9:30pm Monday-Friday, and 3rd Shift from 9pm - 5:30am Sunday-Thursday. Shift differentials are guaranteed upon conversion: $1/hr-$2/hr for 1st shift, $2/hr for 2nd shift, and $4/hr for 3rd shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hopkins, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Hopkins,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 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.

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.

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.