Job Title: Warehouse Material Handler
Job Description
This role focuses on receiving incoming materials, preparing and packaging items for shipment, and supporting production by stocking lines and organizing inventory. The position requires operating a forklift and scales, maintaining accurate shipping and receiving records, and keeping the warehouse clean, orderly, and secure. You will work independently with minimal supervision while moving materials throughout the facility and creating space for new production lines.
Responsibilities
Receive incoming materials and verify quantities and condition against documentation.
Prepare, package, and label items accurately for shipping in accordance with instructions.
Maintain accurate records of all shipping and receiving activities.
Assist the Warehouse Lead Receiver with stocking materials on the production lines.
Move materials throughout the facility to support production needs and workflow.
Create and organize space for new production lines as required.
Perform inventory counting, organization, and stock rotation to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Operate a forklift and scales safely to load, unload, move, and weigh materials.
Keep trash bins empty and maintain a clean, orderly, and safe warehouse area.
Secure materials and the facility by following established procedures.
Read, understand, and follow written and oral instructions provided by the department lead.
Work independently with little or no supervision while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Essential Skills
Proven ability to operate a forklift safely and efficiently.
Experience with shipping and receiving processes in a warehouse or industrial environment.
Hands-on experience with material handling, including loading, unloading, and moving materials.
Ability to perform packing and packaging tasks accurately and efficiently.
Experience with inventory counting, organization, and basic stock control.
Capability to read and follow written and oral instructions from supervisors or leads.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing daily tasks.
Comfort working both on and off a forklift throughout the shift.
Physical ability to perform general labor tasks, including lifting, carrying, and standing for extended periods.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous experience as a material handler, order picker, or general laborer in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
Experience with order picking and staging materials for production lines.
Familiarity with using scales and basic shipping documentation.
Strong organizational skills to maintain an orderly warehouse and inventory area.
Reliability and punctuality to support consistent production and shipping schedules.
Why Work Here?
This opportunity offers a 2.5-3 month contract role that allows you to quickly contribute your skills in a busy manufacturing environment. You will work in a setting where independence is valued, and you can take ownership of your tasks with minimal supervision. The role provides the chance to build or expand your experience in warehouse operations and material handling while supporting an active production facility.
Work Environment
You will work in an industrial warehouse environment within a modular building manufacturing facility. The building is covered but does not have air conditioning or heat, so temperatures may vary with the weather. The work is performed under somewhat disagreeable conditions, with frequent exposure to dust, fumes, dirt, and noise. The role involves regular use of forklifts, scales, and other material handling equipment, as well as general labor tasks such as moving materials, stocking production lines, and emptying trash bins.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Aumsville, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Aumsville,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 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.
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.
