Job Title: Material Handler (2nd Shift)
Job Description
The Material Handler (2nd Shift) supports manufacturing operations by efficiently moving, storing, and tracking materials throughout the facility. This role ensures production lines receive timely material supply, maintains accurate inventory records, and operates material handling equipment safely. You contribute directly to smooth production flow, organized storage areas, and continuous improvement of warehouse and material handling processes.
Responsibilities
- Transport raw materials, parts, and finished products throughout the facility to designated areas, including the production floor, warehouse, and shipping areas.
- Supply production lines with required materials to meet manufacturing schedules and ensure uninterrupted production.
- Assist with inventory control by performing cycle counts and reporting discrepancies to the supervisor.
- Properly label, organize, and store materials in assigned locations to optimize space and ensure easy accessibility.
- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other warehouse equipment in accordance with all safety guidelines.
- Load and unload shipments, organize inventory, and ensure materials are delivered to the correct locations in a timely manner.
- Track materials coming in and out of inventory using RF scanners and document where items are stored within the warehouse.
- Maintain accurate documentation of material storage locations and stock levels to support timely replenishment and prevent stockouts.
- Support the production side through effective material handling, including moving fabricated sheet metal and other industrial materials as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace, following safety procedures and OSHA regulations at all times.
- Report any safety hazards, equipment issues, or operational concerns to the supervisor immediately.
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance material handling processes, increase efficiency, and reduce waste.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing schedules and resolve material flow issues.
- Adapt to changing priorities and production demands while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.
Essential Skills
- Experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or HVAC-related environment.
- Proficiency in material handling tasks, including manual movement, storage, loading, unloading, and tracking of materials within a facility.
- Experience using RF scanners to track materials entering and leaving inventory and to document storage locations in a manufacturing warehouse.
- Ability to document and track where materials are stored and what is being stored, ensuring accurate inventory records and visibility of low-stock items.
- Ability to safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to support production operations.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail to maintain accurate inventory and documentation.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Ability to lift, bend, stretch, and stand for long periods while performing material handling tasks.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities and production requirements.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to report issues, coordinate with team members, and follow instructions.
- Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination to safely handle materials and operate equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Familiarity with ERP systems; experience with EPICOR is a plus.
- Knowledge of HVAC systems or manufacturing processes is an advantage.
- Comfort working in an industrial manufacturing warehouse environment with fabricated sheet metal and other industrial materials.
- Ability to climb portable ladders as needed to access materials or storage locations.
- Willingness to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by safety policies.
Why Work Here?
You will join a modern, air-conditioned, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that embraces industry 4.0 technology and green industry transformation. The organization offers competitive compensation, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) program, an employee assistance program, and paid time off. You will work in a fast-growing, dynamic environment where entrepreneurial spirit is recognized and career advancement is supported through internal promotion. The culture values inclusivity, diversity, openness to change, and teamwork, providing an engaging atmosphere with electric vehicle charging stations and a focus on long-term growth and development.
Work Environment
This role is based in a modern, air-conditioned manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona, operating on a 2nd shift schedule from Monday to Thursday, 4:30 PM to 3:00 AM, with openness to overtime required. The environment features state-of-the-art equipment and industry 4.0 technology, supporting advanced manufacturing and material handling operations. You will work in an industrial warehouse setting that includes fabricated sheet metal and other industrial materials, using forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and ERP systems to manage inventory and support production. The physical demands of the role include lifting and moving up to 35 pounds, standing and walking for extended periods, and occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing portable ladders. Good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination are necessary to handle materials and operate equipment safely. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas to maintain a safe and compliant workplace.
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Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00/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 & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.
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.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
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.
