Material Handler - 1st Shift

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Material Handler - 1st and 2nd Shift Job Description This role provides critical shipping, receiving, storage, and order fulfillment services for finished goods, materials, supplies, parts, and equipment within a warehouse environment. You will handle materials safely and accurately, operate powered industrial trucks at various heights, and work across different temperature zones, including ambient, cold-room, and freezer areas. The position offers potential for temporary-to-permanent employment and requires strong attention to detail, consistent adherence to procedures, and reliable attendance. Responsibilities Pick, pack, sort, arrange, count, store, and process items for storage and shipment in accordance with established procedures and customer requirements. Ensure a high level of quality and accuracy so customers receive the correct products within the required timeframes. Receive materials and finished goods daily, verifying that the quality, type, and quantity of materials are correct. Review and confirm that all appropriate documentation, such as packing lists, accompanies incoming materials. Operate powered industrial trucks and distribution equipment, including equipment that requires working at various heights, after completing required training. Work safely and efficiently in multiple warehouse temperature zones, including room temperature, cold-room, and freezer-room environments. Follow all distribution and quality standards, including document control and quality policies, as outlined in company training and procedures. Understand and interpret team metrics to support operational performance and identify deviations from accepted practices. Maintain strong communication and customer service skills when interacting with internal personnel at equivalent levels. Recognize and escalate deviations from standard processes to prevent delays or errors in shipping, receiving, and inventory control. Start work on time each day and maintain strong attendance to support consistent warehouse operations. Complete all required training, including on-the-job training and standard training protocols, and apply this knowledge to daily tasks. Perform highly repetitive tasks while maintaining focus on safety, accuracy, and productivity. Walk, stand, reach, push, pull, and lift materials as required to complete daily warehouse activities. Follow all safety guidelines when handling packaged hazardous materials and operating equipment. Remain flexible to work different shifts, varying schedules, and overtime as needed to meet operational demands. Participate in occasional local travel if required to support distribution operations. Essential Skills High school diploma or equivalent required. 0-2 years of related experience in material handling, shipping, receiving, or logistics. Ability to consistently and independently follow policies, procedures, and instructions while meeting schedules. Ability to operate powered industrial trucks and other distribution equipment after training. Comfort working at various heights and willingness to be trained on cherry picker forklifts and similar equipment. Basic computer skills, including the ability to navigate ERP systems, use Outlook, and operate shipping software. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in verifying quantities, product types, and documentation. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and to push, pull, and handle loads up to 25 pounds on a routine basis. Ability to work in multiple temperature environments, including room temperature, cold-room, and freezer-room conditions. Strong attendance and punctuality, with the ability to start work on time daily. Effective communication and customer service skills for interacting with internal team members. Additional Skills & Qualifications Some experience in logistics within a life science or similar industry is preferred. Experience as a material handler, forklift or power industrial vehicle operator, or reach truck operator is beneficial. Ability to understand and interpret operational and team metrics. Comfort handling packaged hazardous materials in accordance with safety procedures. Willingness to work any shift with advance notice of shift changes. Flexibility to work varying schedules, hours, and overtime as operational needs require. Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining focus and quality. Willingness to receive and apply one-on-one instruction and on-the-job training. Why Work Here? You will join a warehouse operation that invests in thorough training, standardized procedures, and clear quality expectations to support your success. The environment emphasizes safety, consistency, and teamwork, with opportunities to develop skills in powered industrial equipment, logistics processes, and temperature-controlled distribution. As a temporary-to-permanent opportunity, this role offers a pathway to longer-term employment, including the potential for increased pay upon permanent hire on 1st shift. The organization supports a diverse and inclusive workforce and provides reasonable accommodations to enable qualified employees to perform essential job functions. Work Environment This position is based in a warehouse environment with varying temperature zones, including room temperature areas (approximately 59-86°F), cold-room spaces (approximately 36-46°F), and freezer-room areas (approximately -4 to 23°F). The work involves highly repetitive tasks and requires continuous walking, standing, reaching, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with regular pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. You will routinely climb and may occasionally sit, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed to complete tasks. The role may involve handling packaged hazardous materials following established safety procedures. The noise level ranges from moderate to high, typical of an active distribution facility. You must be available to work 1st shift (generally 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., with potential starts at 6:00 or 7:00 a.m. depending on daily needs) or 2nd shift (approximately 10:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.), with flexibility for schedule changes and overtime as required. Occasional local travel may be needed. The work environment can involve varying degrees of stress throughout the day due to operational demands, and the organization provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities to enable them to perform essential job functions. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Greencastle, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $20.35/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 Greencastle,PA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 24, 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.

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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.

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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.