Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler - 1st Shift $19-$20

Job Description

The Material Handler receives incoming material, prepares it for production, and ensures accurate movement and tracking of inventory throughout the plant. This role includes unloading trucks, operating a 2-ton overhead crane and forklifts, performing basic data entry, and cutting bar stock as needed to support machine operators and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Unload flatbed trucks and move 12-foot bar stock using a 2-ton overhead crane in a safe and controlled manner.
• Receive incoming material and verify shipments against purchase orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform inventory transactions in the system as material moves into production and between locations within the plant.
• Enter data into the computer to maintain accurate records of material receipts, movements, and usage.
• Cut bar stock to specified lengths and perform chamfering and deburring to prepare material for machining.
• Operate a sit-down forklift to move, stage, and organize material throughout the facility.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area by following established safety procedures and housekeeping standards.
• Inspect material for obvious defects or damage and report any discrepancies or issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist with operating other warehouse or material-handling machinery as needed.
• Stand for the duration of the shift and safely lift and move objects weighing 50 pounds or more.

Essential Skills

• Sit-down forklift experience in a production, warehouse, or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a 2-ton overhead crane safely and confidently.
• Basic computer skills and ability to perform accurate data entry for inventory and material transactions.
• Ability to perform basic inventory tasks, including receiving material and verifying it against purchase orders.
• Physical ability to stand for an entire shift and lift objects weighing 50+ pounds.
• Self-motivation with the ability to follow safety procedures and maintain an organized work area.
• Experience working in general production, warehouse, or material handling roles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a metals or metal fabrication environment.
• Previous experience operating an overhead crane.
• Familiarity with other warehouse machinery and material-handling equipment.
• Attention to detail when inspecting material and verifying documentation.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team-oriented production environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a well-established manufacturer recognized as a top workplace in the region, where contractors and full-time employees are treated as part of the same team. The organization invests heavily in both technology and people, offering continuous improvement and education programs that help you grow professionally and personally. You will work in a clean, organized, and modern facility, supported by a culture that values safety, teamwork, and long-term development.

Work Environment

The facility is a clean, well-lit, and highly organized manufacturing environment focused on producing precision machined parts. The plant is climate controlled, with a typical manufacturing atmosphere that includes the smell of oil and metal. State-of-the-art machining and metrology equipment are in use, and material handling is supported by forklifts, overhead cranes, and other warehouse machinery. Employees have access to a well-appointed break room and a dedicated training room, reflecting a strong emphasis on learning and development. Work is performed on your feet for most of the shift, handling metal bar stock and other materials while following safety and housekeeping standards; attire should be appropriate for an industrial manufacturing setting and compatible with required safety equipment.

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

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Bartlett,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

About Aerotek:

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.