2nd Shift Material Handler

Job Title: 2nd Shift Material Handler

Job Description

The 2nd Shift Material Handler plays a key role in supporting manufacturing operations by safely receiving, inspecting, and moving materials throughout the facility. This position ensures accurate inventory control, timely put-away of materials, and proper documentation in the ERP system while maintaining a clean, organized, and safety-focused work area.

Responsibilities

• Unload deliveries and verify incoming shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and invoices.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage, defects, or discrepancies and document findings accurately.
• Communicate any shortages, damages, or nonconformance issues to Quality and Purchasing teams in a timely manner.
• Actively enter receiving transactions into the ERP system to ensure real-time inventory accuracy.
• Ensure all materials are properly labeled and barcoded according to company standards.
• Support the put-away of materials into correct storage locations to maintain organized inventory.
• File and maintain accurate records of all incoming shipments for traceability and audit purposes.
• Ensure receiving paperwork is complete, accurate, and properly routed to the appropriate departments.
• Communicate regularly with Purchasing, Planning, and Logistics regarding delivery status, delays, or issues.
• Assist in daily cycle counts and inventory reconciliation activities to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Verify that all system transactions match the physical flow of materials on the floor.
• Support the investigation and resolution of inventory discrepancies as they arise.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures related to material handling and equipment operation.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the receiving dock, staging areas, and related workspaces.
• Train initially on first shift, then work 2nd shift (Monday–Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m.) with flexibility to support mandatory overtime on Fridays as needed to meet production deadlines.

Work Environment

This role is based in a modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility equipped with Industry 4.0 technology in Mesa, Arizona. The position works on 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., with a shift differential and required training on first shift. There is currently mandatory overtime on Fridays to support production deadlines. The work involves frequent standing, walking, lifting and moving up to 35 pounds, as well as occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing portable ladders. You will regularly operate forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other material handling equipment while following strict safety policies and procedures. Personal protective equipment is required and provided, and the role demands good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination. The receiving dock and staging areas are maintained to be clean, organized, and efficient, supporting a safe and productive work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00/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 Mesa,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.