Material Handler

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Material Handler Job Description The Material Handler transports and organizes materials within a large structural steel manufacturing facility. This role operates forklifts, overhead cranes, and related equipment to move materials safely and efficiently between designated locations, while closely collaborating with production teams to maintain a smooth and safe workflow. Responsibilities Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material-handling machinery to transport materials safely and efficiently throughout the facility. Load and unload materials in both the air-conditioned production bay and outdoor areas, ensuring accurate placement and organization. Collaborate closely with welding teams, machine operators, supervisors, and other team members to support seamless production operations. Use RF scanners and related tools to assist with inventory tracking, picking, and material movement within the structural steel manufacturing process. Maintain clear and consistent communication with team members and supervisors, providing regular updates on the progress of daily tasks. Follow and uphold all safety protocols and procedures, actively contributing to a culture where workplace safety is the top priority. Support general labor and production activities as needed to keep material flow and operations running smoothly. Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in both indoor and outdoor environments. Essential Skills Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Strong safety awareness and a proven commitment to following safety protocols as the highest priority. Effective verbal communication skills to provide progress updates and coordinate with team members and supervisors. Physical ability to perform labor-intensive tasks, including lifting, moving, and handling materials in both indoor and outdoor settings. Experience with material handling in a production or industrial environment. Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with RF scanners for inventory management and material tracking. Background in structural steel manufacturing or industrial manufacturing environments. Experience with crane operation and forklift operation; overhead crane and forklift experience are considered strong pluses but are not strictly required. Experience with picking, general labor, and production support tasks. Demonstrated job tenure and a desire to grow with an employee-owned organization are considered advantageous. Ability to adapt to working in both climate-controlled and outdoor environments. Why Work Here? This opportunity offers a comprehensive and rewarding total rewards package, including excellent paid time off and robust health, vision, and dental benefits with subsidized premiums. Team members participate in an employee ownership structure, with the potential to become an owner after one year of employment and receive an annual payout based on overall company performance. The organization supports long-term financial well-being through profit sharing tied to divisional profitability and a 401(k) plan with company matching. Employees also benefit from company-paid basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage, with options to purchase additional life insurance at subsidized rates. The culture emphasizes safety, collaboration, and shared success, providing a stable environment where dedication and longevity are valued and rewarded. Work Environment The role is based in a large structural steel production facility that combines both indoor and outdoor work. Approximately half of the work takes place in an air-conditioned production bay, and the other half occurs outdoors in the yard and surrounding areas. The environment is industrial and fast-paced, with regular interaction and coordination among welding teams, machine operators, and other production staff. Material handling equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, and RF scanners are used daily to support operations. Team members should be comfortable working in varying temperatures and weather conditions, as well as in a busy manufacturing setting that prioritizes strict adherence to safety standards and procedures. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Mirage, AZ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.45 - $22.15/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 El Mirage,AZ.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 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.