Job Title: Warehouse Worker / Material Handler
Job Description
This role focuses on securely packaging materials, parts, and items for delivery to dealers and end users, including components shipped with radiators. You will use industrial lift trucks and other material handling equipment to retrieve items from plant grounds and prepare them for shipment. Working under general supervision, you will follow various schedules and directions from the Final Assembly/Shipping Lead, resolving most day-to-day issues independently while maintaining accuracy, safety, and efficiency.
Responsibilities
Securely package materials, items, parts, and ship-loose components for delivery to dealers and end users.
Follow shipping schedules and instructions provided by the Final Assembly/Shipping Lead to complete assigned tasks on time.
Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts to obtain and move materials and parts throughout the plant grounds.
Use industrial lift trucks and other material handling equipment to safely transport and stage products.
Utilize RF scan guns to accurately track, scan, and verify materials and orders.
Read and use a tape measure to ensure correct dimensions and proper packaging of materials and parts.
Maintain accurate handling of items being shipped with radiators, ensuring correct parts accompany each order.
Work under general supervision, resolving most routine problems and questions with limited supervisory assistance.
Support final assembly and shipping operations by organizing, staging, and preparing materials for outbound shipments.
Contribute to a clean and organized facility by keeping work areas orderly and following workplace safety practices.
Essential Skills
At least 2 years of experience operating stand-up forklifts.
At least 2 years of experience operating sit-down forklifts.
At least 2 years of experience using RF scan guns for material handling or order processing.
Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately.
Experience working as a material handler, order selector, picker, or similar warehouse role.
Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment in a warehouse or plant environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
At least 6 months of blueprint reading experience.
At least 6 months of experience using calipers and gauges.
Previous experience as a forklift operator in a clean, organized warehouse environment.
Familiarity with RF scanning systems and basic warehouse inventory processes.
Why Work Here?
You will work in a clean, organized facility that supports safe and efficient operations. The role offers a consistent first-shift schedule, helping you maintain a stable work-life balance. You will also have the opportunity to work in a modern building and use well-maintained equipment, with safety gear such as safety glasses provided. Starting pay of $20/hr.
Work Environment
This is a first-shift position, working Monday through Friday from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The facility is clean and organized, providing a structured and orderly warehouse environment. The role involves regular use of industrial lift trucks, stand-up and sit-down forklifts, RF scan guns, and other material handling equipment. Operations will transition to a new building, offering an updated workspace. The dress code includes jeans, a T-shirt, and steel-toe shoes. Safety glasses and additional safety equipment are provided to support a safe working environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kenosha, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Kenosha,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.
