Material Handler

Aerotek; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Aerotek in Ephrata, PA is seeking a dependable Material Handler / Compost Technician to support production in a clean food manufacturing facility. You will deliver materials, manage compost and waste, and keep areas organized.

First shift, Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM; temp-to-hire, full-time with benefits. You will work independently and as part of a team in a climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, shipping/receiving, inventory, or food production preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and stay active throughout shift.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation are required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver materials and supplies to production areas.
• Verify materials are labeled and delivered to correct location.
• Review production schedules and prioritize material deliveries.
• Remove trash, recycling, and compost throughout the facility.
• Transport compost waste to outdoor collection areas.
• Clean, wash, sanitize, and organize compost bins and containers.
• Maintain clean and organized storage, production, and waste areas.
• Clean spills and support sanitation across the facility.
• Report damaged or missing materials to supervisors.
• Assist with general warehouse duties as needed.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Inventory tracking

Attendance reliability

Work ethic

Lifting 50 lbs

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Material Handler / Compost Technician

Ephrata, PA

Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Temp-to-Hire | Full-Time

Join a Growing Food Manufacturing Team

We’re seeking a dependable and hardworking Material Handler / Compost Technician to support production operations in a clean, modern food manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on role responsible for supplying production areas with materials, maintaining cleanliness throughout the facility, and managing compost and waste removal processes.

If you enjoy staying active, working independently, and being part of a team-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver materials and supplies to production areas
• Verify materials are properly labeled and delivered to the correct location
• Review production schedules and prioritize material deliveries
• Remove trash, recycling, and compost throughout the facility
• Transport compost waste to outdoor collection areas
• Clean, wash, sanitize, and organize compost bins and containers
• Maintain clean and organized storage, production, and waste collection areas
• Clean spills and support sanitation efforts throughout the facility
• Report damaged, missing, or incorrect materials to supervisors
• Assist with general warehouse and material handling duties as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Previous warehouse, manufacturing, shipping/receiving, inventory, or food production experience preferred
• Forklift experience is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking and documentation
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and remain active throughout the shift

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Consistent Monday-Friday schedule

First-shift hours with weekends off

Clean, well-lit, climate-controlled facility

Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term stability

Medical, dental, vision, PTO, and holiday pay available upon permanent hire

Growth and advancement opportunities within a growing company

Team-oriented environment with supportive leadership

Work Environment

This position is based in a clean food manufacturing facility. Employees will work in warehouse and production areas supporting material movement, sanitation, and waste management operations. The facility is climate-controlled, though some production areas may be cooler. The role requires standing, walking, lifting, bending, and moving materials throughout the shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ephrata, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ephrata,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

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.