Material Handler

Material Handler Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Material Handler to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring the smooth operation of our warehouse by following safety and quality guidelines and managing various warehouse equipment. Responsibilities Follow all safety and quality guidelines. Operate all warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, and stretch wrappers. Pick customer orders for outbound trucks. Unload inbound trucks. Meet all department sanitation standards. Report on defective ingredients or machinery. Accurately record warehouse bin transfers using scan guns. Assist with receiving and shipping paperwork. Essential Skills Experience in production, forklift operation, and warehouse operations. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Proven communication, teamwork, and leadership skills. Strong ability and willingness to problem-solve. Additional Skills & Qualifications Previous manufacturing experience required; previous food manufacturing experience strongly preferred. Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), safety, and PPE requirements. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required. Knowledge of manual/power jack, stand-up and sit-down forklift operation. Basic reading and math skills. Basic computer skills. Attention to detail. Why Work Here? Our workplace is a climate-controlled, smaller facility with a family-oriented atmosphere. We offer a skills matrix that allows employees to train on different lines and departments, promoting skill development and opportunities for pay advancement. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 Kansas City,MO.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 4, 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.