Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler
Job Description

This role supports a heavy industrial manufacturing operation by safely handling, moving, and preparing materials using overhead cranes and manual methods. You will work in a flexible, hands-on position that involves measuring, drilling, cleaning, and staging materials to ensure efficient production flow.

Responsibilities

• Interpret work orders and follow oral instructions to determine which materials or containers need to be moved or delivered.
• Drill materials and clean poles as needed, adapting to a variety of tasks in a flexible, hands-on role.
• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand in a safe and efficient manner.
• Measure materials to be sent to the burn table with precision, including measurements down to 1/16 of an inch using a tape measure.
• Move product and scrap materials to chip bins and trash containers as needed, keeping the work area organized and clear.
• Operate overhead cranes to handle large industrial materials, ensuring safe lifting, movement, and placement.
• Support general labor and production activities as required, including manual material handling and unloading.
• Follow all safety guidelines and rules, consistently employing safe working habits in a heavy industrial environment.
• Collaborate with production and operations teams to ensure materials are available and staged for upcoming work.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area, including proper storage and handling of tools, equipment, and materials.

Essential Skills

• Proven overhead crane experience in a heavy industrial material handling environment.
• Demonstrated heavy industrial material handling experience, including large and bulky materials.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure, including measurements down to 1/16 of an inch.
• Experience in general labor and production support within a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting, carrying, and unloading materials by hand.
• Capability to follow safety guidelines and consistently employ safe working habits.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Machine operation experience preferred, especially for future opportunities after direct hire.
• Experience working with overhead cranes as the primary material handling method rather than forklifts.
• Familiarity with non-climate controlled manufacturing environments.
• Flexibility to perform a wide range of duties, including drilling, cleaning, unloading, and general production support.
• Comfort working with large industrial materials and equipment in a busy production setting.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing industrial operation that offers clear pathways for advancement and long-term career development. Starting in a hands-on material handling role, you have the opportunity to move into operator positions and eventually into lead or supervisory roles after direct hire. The environment values flexibility, strong work ethic, and safety, giving motivated individuals the chance to learn new skills, take on more responsibility, and build a stable career in manufacturing.

Work Environment

This position is based in a non-climate controlled manufacturing facility, where temperatures and conditions vary with the seasons. The schedule typically runs Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., supporting full-day production operations. Work involves frequent use of overhead cranes, manual material handling, and general industrial equipment in a busy, heavy-duty setting. You can expect a hands-on environment that requires appropriate industrial attire suitable for a manufacturing floor and adherence to all safety procedures and personal protective equipment requirements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tulsa, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Tulsa,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.