Material Handler/ Forklift Operator

Job Title: Material Handler – Receiving & Shipping

Job Description

The Material Handler – Receiving & Shipping plays a key role in the plant by safely receiving, processing, storing, and distributing metal materials. This full-time, first-shift position focuses on moving and locating inventory, pulling material from racks, packaging according to work orders or core shop knowledge, and supporting overall warehouse operations. The role requires consistent communication with team members and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and maintaining a clean, orderly work area.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic, routine material handling tasks by following detailed instructions and established shop flow.
• Pull and assemble orders accurately based on work orders, shipping orders, or other documentation.
• Coordinate and execute material handling activities to support production, storage, and shipping needs.
• Perform quality control inspections to verify that materials and orders meet required standards.
• Sort and package parts as directed to prepare them for storage or shipment.
• Tag material for proper identification and complete all required documentation accurately.
• Complete work order paperwork and related documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Operate yard trucks, forklifts, and overhead cranes to safely load and unload trailers and move materials.
• Conduct spot checks on inventory, including daily and ad hoc checks, to confirm proper tagging and identification of material.
• Report any irregularities, issues, or discrepancies to a supervisor and follow given direction.
• Adhere to and help ensure compliance with all applicable safety and quality standards and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area, including regular housekeeping of the warehouse and surrounding spaces.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with supervisors, co-workers, and internal customers to support smooth operations.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor in support of plant and warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Valid driver’s license.
• 0–5 years of relevant experience in material handling, warehousing, shipping, receiving, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limbed coordination to safely handle materials and operate equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and apply them to work situations.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Basic measurement skills, including taking, converting, and using measurements of length, width, height, and weight to perform basic math computations correctly.
• Basic arithmetic skills, including calculating and converting decimals and fractions.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize work, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on knowledge, experience, and judgment.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and 60 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to push or pull up to 80 pounds of force.
• Ability to stand for sustained periods of time throughout the shift.
• Ability to repeatedly climb on and off truck trailers.
• Ability to work in environments where temperatures may exceed 100°F or fall below 32°F.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, internal customers, and vendors.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification to operate all required motorized material handling and rigging equipment, including forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of common software applications used in warehouse or production environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous warehousing and material handling experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift operating experience, including sit-down forklifts.
• Experience with overhead crane operation.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inventory control, including picking, packing, loading, unloading, and order picking.
• Experience using pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
• Experience in production or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to embody and support a team-oriented culture built on respect, integrity, excellence, and honoring commitments.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values respect, integrity, excellence, and honoring commitments, and you contribute directly to a culture that prizes humility, strong work ethic, and practical teamwork. The environment encourages you to be part of a cohesive group that supports one another and continuously strives to deliver best-in-class service to internal and external customers. You gain experience with a variety of material handling equipment and processes in a stable, full-time, first-shift role that supports a healthy work-life balance.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production and manufacturing plant environment with a focus on warehouse and material handling operations. Work is performed primarily on the first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position involves regular use of material handling equipment such as forklifts (including sit-down forklifts), pallet jacks, yard trucks, and overhead cranes, as well as basic computer systems and warehouse software. The work area includes indoor and outdoor spaces where temperatures may exceed 100°F in warmer conditions and drop below 32°F in colder conditions. The environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, with an emphasis on following established procedures, maintaining a clean and orderly workspace, and using appropriate protective equipment and attire suitable for a production and warehouse setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $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 Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

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.