Material Handler

Job Title: Hiring! 1st shift Material Handler - $23/hr

Job Description

This role involves hands-on material handling in a production and warehouse environment, using a computer to track parts and pick lists while safely moving materials to staging areas for further processing. You support smooth production flow by accurately handling raw stock materials and maintaining organized inventory.

Responsibilities

• Handle raw stock materials such as steel and aluminum bar stock manually and move them safely throughout the facility.
• Use a computer system to track parts, review and follow pick lists, and update inventory records accurately.
• Transport materials from storage locations to designated staging areas for processing.
• Support production operations by ensuring the right materials are available at the right time and location.
• Perform general labor tasks in the warehouse and production areas as needed, including loading and unloading materials without the use of a forklift.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area in line with facility standards.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while handling and moving materials.
• Collaborate with production and warehouse team members to coordinate material flow and resolve any material-related issues.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in material handling, warehouse, or general production work.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and repetitive manual labor safely.
• Basic computer skills to track parts, work with pick lists, and update inventory.
• Experience working in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks, including loading and moving materials without a forklift.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling materials and updating records.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work efficiently in a team environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in general warehouse operations, including inventory support and material staging.
• Familiarity with industrial environments that handle raw stock steel and aluminum bar stock.
• Comfort working in a structured production setting with established processes and safety standards.
• Reliability and punctuality, with a strong work ethic and willingness to assist across different tasks as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a well-organized industrial setting that prioritizes safety, cleanliness, and efficient operations. The environment supports teamwork and clear processes, giving you the opportunity to build practical skills in production and material handling while contributing directly to the success of the operation.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very safe, very clean industrial facility that handles raw stock steel and aluminum bar stock. You work in both warehouse and production areas, performing manual material handling without the use of a forklift. The environment emphasizes safety procedures, cleanliness, and organized workflows. Dress typically aligns with an industrial setting, including appropriate workwear and protective equipment as required for handling raw materials and performing general labor tasks.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Fe Springs, CA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Fe Springs,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.

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.