Material Handler

Aerotek; Sussex (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Material Handler in Sussex, WI. This contract position supports production by safely handling materials, coordinating shipping/receiving, and maintaining accurate data entry in ERP systems.

The role involves building crates, operating a forklift, and using Microsoft Office tools. First-shift, with typical 40-50 hours per week and onsite work at the Sussex location.

Qualifications

• Proven material handling experience including shipping, receiving, and inventory support.
• Forklift operation proficiency.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders.
• Strong math skills for counts and measurements.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Proficient English communication.
• ERP data entry and basic reporting.

Responsibilities

• Handle inbound and outbound materials safely to support production.
• Perform shipping/receiving tasks with accurate documentation.
• Build and secure crates/containers for shipments.
• Operate forklift to move materials as needed.
• Update inventory records in ERP and track movements.
• Utilize Excel to log inventory and generate reports.
• Read contracts or work orders to ensure proper handling.

Skills

Forklift operation

Blueprint reading

Data entry/ERP knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

ERP system

MS Excel

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler Job Description

The Material Handler supports daily operations by safely handling materials, coordinating shipping and receiving activities, and maintaining accurate documentation and data entry. This role also builds and secures large crates and shipping containers for finished products and provides basic manufacturing support when shipping and receiving demands are lower. This is a first-shift position working approximately 40-50 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming and outgoing materials safely and efficiently to support production and distribution activities.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including preparing shipments, verifying quantities, and checking documentation for accuracy.
• Build, assemble, and secure large crates and shipping containers to protect finished products during transport.
• Operate a forklift to move, load, and unload materials, components, and finished goods as required.
• Update and maintain inventory records in the ERP system, ensuring accurate data entry and traceability.
• Use Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to track, record, and report inventory and material movements.
• Support basic manufacturing operations when not engaged in shipping and receiving tasks, including assisting with production-related activities.
• Read and interpret blueprints and documents, such as contracts or work orders, to ensure correct handling and shipment of materials.
• Apply knowledge of production and processing to help maximize efficient manufacturing and distribution of goods.
• Use saws and hand tools safely to cut, modify, or prepare materials and packaging as needed.
• Perform basic mathematical calculations to verify counts, measurements, and inventory levels.
• Operate vehicles as needed for material transport, in accordance with a valid driver’s license and safe driving practices.
• Lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds as part of daily material handling duties.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in material handling, including shipping, receiving, and inventory support.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift for material movement.
• Ability to safely work with saws and hand tools for building and securing crates and containers.
• Basic mathematics skills to perform counts, measurements, and simple calculations.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret blueprints and documents, such as contracts and work orders.
• Effective English communication skills, both oral and written.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Computer skills to update and maintain inventory within an ERP system.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed for material handling tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of production and processing, including raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and techniques for efficient manufacturing and distribution.
• Experience using an ERP, MRP, or inventory management system.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for tracking and analyzing inventory data.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team-oriented environment where your contribution to efficient material flow directly supports production success. The first-shift schedule and consistent 40-50 hour workweek provide stability, while the variety of tasks—from operating equipment to supporting manufacturing—helps you build a broad skill set. You will work with modern inventory and ERP tools, giving you opportunities to grow your technical and operational expertise.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing and warehouse setting on a first shift schedule, typically totaling 40-50 hours per week. You will frequently work around production equipment, storage areas, and shipping docks while handling raw materials and finished goods. The position requires regular use of forklifts, saws, hand tools, and computer systems, including ERP software and Microsoft Office applications. The work involves standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working safely around machinery and material handling equipment in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sussex, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 & 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 Sussex,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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.