Material Handler

Material Handlers, Forklift Operators & Warehouse Workers

We are actively hiring Material Handlers, Warehouse Associates, Forklift Drivers, and Packaging Line Workers for a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with production, general labor, or warehouse experience looking to grow into a long-term role with benefits and career stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect returned products for defects, damage, or missing components
• Perform product testing (power on/off, functionality checks)
• Use testing equipment and tools to ensure quality standards
• Clean, sanitize, and prepare products for redistribution
• Perform packing, repackaging, and labeling tasks
• Maintain an organized and safe warehouse workspace
• Support production line operations
• Handle materials safely using proper lifting and handling techniques
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE guidelines
• Stand for the duration of the shift

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 6+ months of warehouse, production, or manufacturing experience
• Experience with:
  • General labor
  • Packing and packaging
  • Production work / general production
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills

• Experience with testing equipment or quality inspection
• Familiarity with cleaning processes in production environments
• Previous experience as:
  • Forklift Operator / Forklift Driver
  • Material Handler
  • Warehouse Associate

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Joliet, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/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 Joliet,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 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.