Material Handler - Direct Employment

Aerotek; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

PTO 2 weeks

Growth opportunities

Short/Long-term disability

Dental

Health

Vision

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek in Chaska, MN is seeking a dependable Material Handler to support daily manufacturing operations by safely moving, receiving, organizing, and staging materials throughout the facility. This hands-on role keeps production running smoothly.

You will operate forklifts, load/unload shipments, verify materials against packing lists, and maintain accurate inventory records while coordinating with drivers and production teams.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience in manufacturing or warehouse settings is required.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Experience managing inventory and material records.
• Dependable attendance and safety-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to move materials safely within the facility and yard.
• Load and unload trucks and incoming shipments.
• Receive materials and verify against packing lists and documents.
• Stage materials for production and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with drivers and production teams to coordinate flow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE as required.
• Assist with general shop and fabrication support as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation experience

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Team player

Job description

Material Handler - Will pay up to $27/hr. Direct Employment

Location: Waconia, MN

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Pay: Competitive Pay + Benefits

Join a Growing Manufacturing Team

We are seeking a dependable Material Handler to support daily manufacturing operations by safely moving, receiving, organizing, and staging materials throughout our facility. This is a hands‑on role that plays a critical part in keeping production running efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to safely transport materials throughout the facility and yard

• Load and unload flatbed trucks, trailers, and incoming shipments

• Receive and verify materials against packing lists and shipping documents

• Stage materials for production, fabrication, and welding departments

• Maintain accurate inventory and receiving records

• Store and organize raw materials and finished goods

• Keep indoor storage areas and outdoor yards clean, organized, and safe

• Work closely with drivers and production teams to coordinate material flow

• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE

• Assist with general shop and fabrication support as needed

Qualifications

• 1+ year of forklift experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial setting

• Experience loading and unloading materials, products, or freight

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Ability to safely handle large and heavy materials

• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic

• Commitment to workplace safety

Preferred Qualifications

• Shipping and receiving experience

• Experience operating heavy‑duty forklifts

• Experience with overhead cranes, jib cranes, or rigging equipment

• Manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial experience

• Experience maintaining inventory and material records

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full‑time employment

• Supportive team‑oriented environment

• Opportunity to work with a variety of material‑handling equipment

• Diverse daily responsibilities that keep the work engaging

• Company focused on safety, teamwork, and long‑term success

• Opportunity to grow your skills within a manufacturing environment

Work Environment

• Manufacturing facility with approximately 15–20 employees

• Combination of indoor shop work and outdoor yard responsibilities

• Frequent operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, cranes, and hoists

• Fast‑paced, hands‑on environment

• PPE required at all times

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chaska, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40000.00 - $60000.00/yr.

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.

• 401KPTO2 weeks of PTO.
• Growth opportunityFull time.
• Will do CTH or DP.
• Short term and long term disability.
• Dental/Health, vision.
• HSA

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chaska,MN.

Application Deadline

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

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.

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.