Aerotek

Job Title: Material Handler

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Shift: 1st Shift

Overtime: Additional hours may be available based on production needs

Job Description

We are hiring a Material Handler to move materials and products throughout a manufacturing facility. This position involves operating a sit-down forklift and overhead crane, pulling materials using precise measurements, loading and unloading deliveries, and using RF scanners and inventory systems to track product.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials from incoming trucks and delivery vehicles.
• Operate a sit-down forklift to move materials throughout the facility.
• Use overhead cranes to move and stage materials in different production areas.
• Read a tape measure accurately down to 1/16 inch to pull the correct materials.
• Locate and move inventory to pallets, crates, production areas, or shipping locations.
• Use RF scanners and inventory systems to track materials.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, picking, and order pulling.
• Identify damaged materials, shortages, and quality concerns.
• Maintain accurate inventory and keep materials organized.
• Follow all safety procedures when operating material handling equipment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of material handling, warehouse, or similar experience preferred.
• Previous sit-down forklift experience.
• Overhead crane experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Experience using RF scanners or inventory systems.
• Previous shipping, receiving, picking, or order pulling experience is beneficial.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This is a 1st-shift manufacturing position working Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The position involves regular forklift and overhead crane operation, material movement, inventory work, and supporting production throughout the facility.

Why Work Here?

The company is growing and investing in new equipment, shop organization, and process improvements. Employees have opportunities to gain experience with different material handling equipment and inventory processes, with additional hours available based on production needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.26 - $22.26/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 Des Moines, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

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.