Material Handler

Aerotek; Seaford (DE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Material Handler for a contract-to-hire role in Seaford, Delaware. The candidate will move materials, load/unload, and stage items, with forklift and crane operations (training provided) to support a metal fabrication environment.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy in material handling, and collaboration with production teams. On-site work with competitive pay and benefits reflects the local market.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read a tape measure and verify dimensions.
• Experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, metal shop, or industrial setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to transport materials.
• Move, load, unload, and stage metal materials and finished products.
• Operate an overhead crane (training provided) to move materials safely.
• Supply production personnel with needed materials to maintain workflow.
• Read a tape measure to verify material specifications.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Inventory management

Shipping and receiving

Inventory control

RF scanner operation

Packing

Order pulling

Rigging

Labor

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler

Payrate: $20 an hour

Shift: 1st Shift

Job Description

As a Material Handler, you will play a crucial role in supporting daily operations within a fabrication and metal manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for efficiently moving raw materials and finished products throughout the facility, ensuring a safe and organized work area. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, experienced in operating a sit-down forklift, and comfortable performing physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to transport materials throughout the facility.
• Move, load, unload, and stage metal materials, components, and finished products.
• Operate an overhead crane to safely move material and fabricated parts (training provided).
• Supply production personnel with materials needed to maintain workflow.
• Read and use a tape measure to verify dimensions and material specifications.
• Assist with inventory organization and material tracking.
• Conduct routine inspections of forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Follow all company safety procedures and manufacturing best practices.

Essential Skills

• Forklift operation
• Material handling
• Inventory management
• Shipping and receiving
• Inventory control
• RF scanner operation
• Packing
• Order pulling
• Rigging
• Labor

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a sit-down forklift.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work around manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, metal shop, or industrial setting preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

Why Work Here?

This family-owned and operated business has a longstanding presence of 70 years in Delaware, offering a tight-knit culture with ample room for growth. The smaller size allows for internal promotions and competitive compensation for the area. Employees become eligible for benefits within 60 days and enjoy two weeks of paid vacation after one year of tenure.

Work Environment

The work environment is a smaller structural steel job shop located in Sussex County, DE, with 35 employees. The facility is non-temperature controlled and consists of three buildings with a small office up front. The shop houses various skilled roles, including machine operators, welders, and material handlers/laborers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seaford, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 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 & 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seaford, DE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Seaford,DE.

About Aerotek

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.