Material Handler
AerotekJob Title: Material HandlerJob Description
This material handler role focuses on supporting the assembly team by efficiently moving, wrapping, and tracking materials within a warehouse environment. You operate material handling equipment and computer systems to ensure inventory is accurately recorded and available where and when it is needed.
Responsibilities
• Bring parts from the warehouse to t
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he assembly team in a timely and accurate manner.
• Wrap materials using an automated wrapper to prepare items for storage or shipment.
• Transport materials by cart and other basic material handling equipment as needed.
• Track inventory using the companys inventory system to ensure accurate counts and locations.
• Operate computer systems to enter, update, and review inventory and shipping information.
• Perform general labor tasks related to material handling, picking, loading, and shipping.
• Use pallet jacks and other non-powered material handling tools safely and efficiently.
• Pick orders according to instructions and prepare materials for shipping or assembly.
• Lift and move items up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift while following safe lifting practices.
Essential Skills
• Proven ability to lift and move items up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Experience with material handling in a warehouse or similar environment.
• Hands-on experience with inventory tracking and basic inventory control processes.
• Ability to perform order picking and general labor tasks reliably and efficiently.
• Basic computer experience to operate inventory and shipping systems.
• Experience with pallet jacks and cart-based material transport.
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Previous experience in shipping, loading, and warehouse operations.
• Experience using automated wrapping equipment.
• Attention to detail when tracking inventory and picking orders.
• Strong work ethic and reliability, including willingness to work overtime when needed.
Why Work Here?
You join a stable, family-owned organization with a strong backlog of work and a track record of retaining employees rather than laying them off. The company fosters a friendly, community-oriented atmosphere, including summer cookouts and a collaborative team environment. You benefit from steady hours with overtime opportunities, while working in a setting that values long-term employment and a supportive workplace culture.
Work Environment
This is a first-shift position, working Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with the possibility of staying late during the week and working approximately 4 hours on some Saturdays. You can expect about 510 hours of overtime per week. The facility is clean, equipped with fans for air circulation, but is not climate controlled. Work is performed in a warehouse setting with material handling equipment such as carts and pallet jacks, and regular use of computer systems for inventory and shipping tasks. Dress is appropriate for a warehouse environment, with practical, comfortable attire suitable for physical work and safe material handling.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Michigan City, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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-