Material Handler
- Indianapolis, IN, United States
$18.5 to $21.09 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $18.5 to $21.09 USD / hour
- Experience
- At least 1 year of work experience in a warehouse environment.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Title: Material HandlerJob DescriptionThis role focuses on material handling activities including picking, packing, box-making, shipping, receiving, and inventory support within a warehouse environment in the Fishers/Indianapolis area. Material Handlers work across multiple shifts and ensure that materials, parts, supplies, and equipment are accurately stored, moved, and prepared for manufacturing lines and final shipment while following standard operating procedures and safety requirements.
Responsibilities
- Perform physical and administrative tasks related to the shipping, receiving, storing, and distributing of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment.
- Unpack incoming goods and verify them against purchase orders or invoices, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Maintain detailed records of received goods and identify, document, and reject unsatisfactory items as necessary.
- Lift and move heavy items safely and operate a forklift when required, following appropriate safety procedures.
- Prepare and maintain accurate records of merchandise shipped, including documentation and tracking information.
- Post weights and shipping charges and prepare goods for final shipment in accordance with company standards.
- Examine, stock, and distribute materials to inventory locations and manufacturing lines to support production needs.
- Prepare kitting packages for assembly production as needed to ensure timely and accurate delivery of components.
- Use RF scanners and related equipment to pick, pack, and track orders and inventory within the warehouse.
- Perform box-making and packaging tasks to ensure products are securely and correctly packed for shipment.
- Work within established standard operating procedures under a moderate degree of supervision, maintaining quality and efficiency.
- Follow all safety requirements and procedures, including those related to lifting, equipment operation, and working in refrigerated areas.
- Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to coordinate material flow and resolve issues.
- Support general warehouse activities such as loading, weighing, and organizing materials to maintain an orderly work area.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of work experience in a warehouse environment.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly throughout the shift.
- English proficiency sufficient to understand, maintain, and promote safety requirements and procedures.
- Experience with material handling, picking, packing, shipping, and receiving tasks.
- Ability to work on your feet and perform constant movement in a fast-paced warehouse setting.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Basic computer skills with competency using standard software packages such as Word and Excel.
- Experience using RF scanners for order picking and inventory tracking.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to working in a team environment.
- Good written and verbal communication skills for documenting and coordinating material movements.
- Good organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to perform basic math calculations for weights, quantities, and shipping information.
- Thorough understanding of appropriate warehouse and material handling safety procedures.
- Experience with forklift operation, loading, packaging, box making, and weighing shipments is beneficial.
Why Work Here?You will join a reliable warehouse operation that values safety, teamwork, and consistent processes. The environment offers structured shifts, clear procedures, and the opportunity to develop practical skills in material handling, inventory, and shipping. You can build experience with a variety of tasks, work with supportive colleagues, and gain exposure to tools and systems commonly used in modern distribution and manufacturing support. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a warehouse environment where a portion of the facility is refrigerated. You will regularly move between picking, packing, and box-making areas, including cold-temperature zones, so you need to be comfortable working in cooler conditions. The position requires being constantly on your feet and moving throughout the department, handling materials, operating equipment such as RF scanners and potentially forklifts, and working within standard operating procedures across 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift schedules. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.50 - $21.09/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
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):
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More about this job
Skills
- Material handling
- Operate forklift
- Documentation
- Assembly
- Packaging
- Heavy lifting
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Order picking
- Interpersonal skills
- Work as a team
- Communication skills
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Forklift certification
- Teamwork
- Cold chain