Material Handler $20+HR

Job Title: Material Handler / Reach Truck Operator | $20+HR | 11AM-7:30PM

Job Description

This role involves safely and efficiently handling materials in a warehouse environment, with a primary focus on operating a reach truck throughout the shift. You will load, unload, move, and store materials, maintain accurate inventory records, and support daily production activities while following all safety procedures. This is a first-shift position from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Operate a reach truck for the majority of the shift to move materials safely and efficiently within the warehouse.
• Load, unload, and move materials within or near the work site using material handling equipment and manual methods.
• Manually move materials onto or from pallets, shelves, and storage locations.
• Convey materials from storage or work areas to designated locations as directed.
• Inspect materials for quality and defects and report any issues promptly.
• Identify materials accurately by part number or written description.
• Use an RF scanner to locate, pick, and track inventory and orders.
• Count, weigh, and record the number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheets.
• Assemble crates and containers to hold products when required.
• Attach identifying tags or labels to materials or mark information on cases, bales, or other containers.
• Clean and maintain the work area, machines, and equipment to support a safe and organized environment.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and regulations at all times.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required using proper techniques and material handling equipment.
• Walk and stand throughout the warehouse to complete customer orders and material movements.
• Perform stooping and kneeling when filling orders or putting away products at floor-level locations.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in material handling or a closely related warehouse role.
• Proven experience operating Crown brand reach trucks.
• Demonstrated forklift and reach truck operating skills in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to use RF scanners for inventory, picking, and tracking.
• Experience with inventory processes, including picking, packing, and material movement.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time during the entire shift.
• Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 pounds and handle heavier items with assistance.
• Capability to lift, twist, and carry 50–75 pounds and manipulate up to 160 pounds of product using material handling equipment.
• Ability to use pallet jacks to move skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and moving equipment.
• Strong attention to detail for identifying parts by number or description and accurately completing production and inventory records.
• Commitment to following all safety rules and maintaining a safe work environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that supports your growth with on-the-job training and ongoing skill development. The organization offers medical and retirement benefits, helping you plan for both your present and future. You can also enjoy paid vacation and holidays, supporting a healthy work-life balance. As part of a global packaging solutions provider, you will contribute to serving a wide range of industries and helping customers succeed.

Work Environment

This position is based in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment, where you may experience cold, heat, damp, or humid conditions depending on the season. You will work around loud noise, dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles such as forklifts and reach trucks. The role requires extensive walking and standing throughout the warehouse, as well as regular use of reach trucks, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other material handling equipment. You will occasionally sit when operating sit-down equipment, and you will frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials of varying weights, including heavier items with assistance and equipment. The environment emphasizes safety, proper use of equipment, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stow, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Stow,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.