Material Handler

Aerotek; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Material Handler in Manitowoc, WI, focused on sit-down forklift operations, RF scanning, and ERP-based picking to support a major facility relocation.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years forklift experience, RF scanning skills, and familiarity with JDE ERP systems. This onsite role offers two shifts, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits as the warehouse moves forward.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of forklift experience in warehouse or manufacturing.
• Experience with RF scanners.
• Experience with ERP picking (JDE).
• Ability to stage, load, and unload safely.
• Dock work experience and material handling.
• Attention to detail in inventory movements.
• Adherence to safety and operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Stage materials and parts to support continuous manufacturing during moves.
• Operate a sit-down forklift to move inventory and pallets within the warehouse and between docks.
• Use RF scanners to scan, track, and update inventory locations.
• Perform ERP-based picking to fulfill internal orders and production needs.
• Load and unload trucks and trailers at the dock following safety practices.
• Move inventory between facilities as lines relocate.
• Organize staging areas and keep materials labeled and accessible.
• Follow safety procedures and forklift recertification requirements.
• Collaborate with warehouse and manufacturing teams to optimize material flow.
• Adapt to changing workflows during warehouse transitions to High Flow areas.

Skills

Sit-down forklift operation

RF scanning

ERP picking (JDE)

Inventory control

Safety procedures

Tools

JDE

ERP system

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

The Material Handler supports ongoing warehouse transitions by safely moving, staging, scanning, and organizing inventory and parts between manufacturing locations and a new warehouse. This role focuses on sit-down forklift operation, RF scanning, and ERP-based picking to ensure manufacturing continues smoothly during a major facility and line relocation.

Responsibilities

• Stage materials and parts to support continuous manufacturing operations during warehouse and line moves.

• Operate a sit-down forklift to move inventory, pallets, and materials safely within the warehouse and between dock areas.

• Use RF scanners to scan, track, and update inventory locations and movements accurately.

• Perform picking activities using an ERP system (such as JDE) to fulfill internal orders and production needs.

• Load and unload trucks and trailers at the dock while following safe material handling practices.

• Move inventory and parts between facilities and designated warehouse areas as lines and operations are relocated.

• Organize and maintain staging areas to ensure materials are clearly labeled, accessible, and ready for production.

• Follow all safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines, including forklift recertification requirements.

• Work collaboratively with warehouse and manufacturing teams to prioritize material flow and minimize production disruptions.

• Adapt to changing workflows and locations as the warehouse and lines transition to High Flow areas and other facility configurations.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of recent experience operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

• Hands-on experience with RF scanners or the ability to quickly learn RF scanning technology.

• Experience with picking operations using an ERP system, such as JDE or similar platforms.

• Demonstrated experience in material handling, including staging orders, loading, and unloading.

• Ability to perform dock work, including safe movement of pallets and materials.

• Strong attention to detail when scanning, staging, and documenting inventory movements.

• Reliability and consistency in following established safety and operational procedures.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing operation that offers clear opportunities for advancement, including a direct path with up to three raises in an 18month period. The organization values performance and reliability, and strong contributors are actively considered for longterm roles as new positions open across the facility. You work in a culture that emphasizes safety, teamwork, and supporting one another through major operational changes, providing stability and room to grow your skills in warehousing and manufacturing support.

Work Environment

The role is based in an active warehouse environment undergoing a major transition, with lines and operations being moved to high-flow areas and between facilities. You work primarily on a sit-down forklift, using RF scanners and an ERP system such as JDE to manage inventory and picking tasks. The position involves regular dock work, including staging, loading, and unloading trucks, as well as moving materials between facilities and designated warehouse zones. Schedules are structured around two main shifts: a first shift that prefers 4x10-hour days (for example, 4:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) but can be adjusted to 5x8-hour days if needed, and a second shift with 4x10-hour days (2:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight) that includes a shift premium. The environment is fast-paced, safety-focused, and collaborative, with ongoing hiring and evolving opportunities as the warehouse move progresses.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Manitowoc, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.95 - $23.95/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Manitowoc, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manitowoc,WI.

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.