Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler
Job Description

The Material Handler works under general supervision to receive, issue, handle, and accurately account for inventory in both storage areas and the yard. This role focuses on pulling and staging parts for in-house jobs, completing computer-based inventory transactions, and clearly communicating any inventory exceptions or shortages to other departments to keep production running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Pull, stage, and issue parts to jobs for assembly departments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prioritize job parts based on the production schedule and work center utilization to support on-time manufacturing.
• Maintain and update an Exceptions Board to clearly communicate material shortages and status updates to relevant departments.
• Intercept inbound shipments from internal and external suppliers to quickly address and resolve job shortages.
• Utilize available storage space efficiently and maintain accurate bin locations for all inventory items.
• Assist in determining appropriate storage sizes and bin locations for parts purchased or built in economic batch quantities (EBQs).
• Assist in maintaining a clear labeling system to ensure proper identification and traceability of all inventory items.
• Review and maintain SYSPRO data to ensure inventory records are accurate and up to date.
• Investigate inventory variances and take appropriate corrective actions, including performing inventory transfers, back flushing, job manipulation, and inventory adjustments.
• Report bill of materials (BOM) errors or other discrepancies to supervisors, operations management, or engineering personnel for resolution.
• Perform stock takes and cycle counts as requested to verify on-hand inventory and support accurate reporting.
• Collaborate with supervisors and operations management to review and recommend changes to EBQs and safety stock levels.
• Use internal ERP systems and related computer tools to complete inventory tracking, stocking, picking, packing, and shipping transactions.
• Operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and RF scanners, to safely move, pick, and stage inventory.
• Support shipping, order picking, and inventory-related activities as needed to meet production and customer requirements.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of material handling experience.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all inventory-related tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Experience working with internal ERP systems for inventory and job management.
• Excellent computer skills, including use of inventory tracking and stocking systems.
• Hands-on experience with material handling, picking, packing, and order picking.
• Experience using RF scanners for inventory and order processing.
• Ability to operate or quickly learn to operate forklifts and pallet jacks in a safe manner.
• Familiarity with shipping, inventory, and basic warehouse procedures.
• Strong communication skills to clearly relay shortages, discrepancies, and inventory issues to other departments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift or pallet jack experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Prior shipping or inventory control experience in a warehouse or production setting.
• Assembly or other manufacturing experience in an industrial environment.
• Experience using SYSPRO or similar ERP systems for inventory management.
• Comfort working with bills of materials (BOMs) and reporting discrepancies.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that is investing in its future, including plans to move into a new facility. The company promotes from within, offering clear opportunities for career growth and development. You can benefit from flexible schedule options that support work-life balance, along with a positive culture grounded in strong core values. The total rewards package includes 401(k), medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as holiday pay and paid time off/vacation.

Work Environment

The work environment is a spacious, clean, and industrial sheet metal manufacturing shop with a variety of machines, tools, and equipment in operation. Approximately 50 people work in the shop across multiple departments, fostering a collaborative production setting. The role involves working on the shop floor with active material handling equipment and industrial processes, so appropriate industrial attire and safety gear are expected. The standard schedule follows a four 10-hour day format, typically Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with flexibility in start time as needed to support operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of North Branch, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 North Branch,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 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.