Material Handler

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Material Handler Job Description The Material Handler plays a key role in a structural steel manufacturing facility by safely transporting and organizing materials throughout the production environment. You will operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and related equipment to move materials efficiently between indoor and outdoor areas, while closely collaborating with production teams to maintain a smooth workflow and uphold a strong safety culture. Responsibilities Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling machinery to transport materials safely and efficiently throughout the facility. Assist with loading and unloading materials from trucks, storage areas, and production lines. Organize, stage, and relocate materials in both the air-conditioned production bay and outdoor yard to support continuous production flow. Collaborate closely with welding teams, machine operators, supervisors, and other departments to coordinate material movement and ensure a smooth workflow. Use material handling tools and systems, such as RF scanners, to track inventory, picking, and production materials as needed. Support general labor and production tasks related to material handling within a structural steel manufacturing environment. Communicate clearly and consistently with team members and leadership regarding the status and progress of daily tasks. Follow and enforce all safety protocols and procedures, maintaining safety as the highest priority at all times. Inspect equipment before use and report any issues or hazards to maintain a safe and reliable work environment. Work both indoors and outdoors, adapting to changing conditions while maintaining productivity and safety. Essential Skills Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes or a strong willingness to learn and become proficient. Demonstrated commitment to safety as the top priority in all tasks and operations. Effective communication skills, including the ability to provide clear progress updates and coordinate with multiple teams. Physical capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving, and positioning materials in indoor and outdoor settings. Experience or familiarity with material handling in a structural steel or industrial manufacturing environment. Ability to work in a production setting that includes general labor, inventory handling, and support for welding and machine operating teams. Additional Skills & Qualifications Prior overhead crane experience is a plus. Forklift experience is a plus, though not strictly required for consideration. Experience with RF scanners for inventory tracking and material picking is beneficial. Background in steel manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, or structural steel production is advantageous. Job tenure and a demonstrated desire to contribute to an employee-owned company are considered strong assets. Why Work Here? You will join an employee-owned organization that rewards your contributions through profit sharing and ownership opportunities. The company offers an excellent paid time off structure and comprehensive benefits, including subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, with additional discounts for completing an annual physical and maintaining a tobacco-free lifestyle. You can participate in a 401(k) plan with company matching, and receive company-paid basic life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability coverage, with options to purchase additional life insurance at subsidized rates. After one full year of employment, you can become an employee-owner and share in yearly payouts based on company performance, aligning your success with the success of the organization. Work Environment This role is based in a large structural steel production facility in El Mirage, AZ, with approximately 50% of the work performed in an air-conditioned production bay and 50% outdoors. You will work closely with welding teams, machine operators, and other production staff in a highly collaborative environment focused on seamless operations and safety. The position involves regular use of forklifts, overhead cranes, RF scanners, and other industrial material handling equipment. The work is physically active and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions when working outside, while the indoor bay provides a climate-controlled environment to support comfort and productivity. 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 15, 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.