Material Handler | Urgent Hiring | Pay - 18$ - 21.50$

Aerotek; Kutztown (Berks County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Material Handler in Kutztown, PA to support warehouse operations, including receiving, storing, and shipping products while maintaining inventory accuracy.

The role emphasizes safe, efficient handling, forklift operation, and accurate record-keeping, with a Monday–Friday schedule and a contract-to-hire path. Growth opportunities exist within a large, dynamic logistics team.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of manufacturing, distribution, and logistics experience.
• 1-3 years of sit-down forklift experience.
• 1-3 years of palletizing, inventory, picking, and staging experience.
• 1+ years of WMS experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in inventory control and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, inspect, and record incoming shipments.
• Organize and maintain inventory with accurate counts.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment safely.
• Complete paperwork and electronic records for inventory and shipping.

Skills

Manufacturing/Logistics

Sit-down forklift

Palletizing & inventory

WMS experience

Lift 50 lbs

Inventory control

Quality assurance

Teamwork

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler Job Description

The Warehouse Laborer is responsible for performing a variety of tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the warehouse. This includes handling, storing, and shipping products, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, inspect, and accurately record incoming shipments.
• Organize and maintain inventory, ensuring accurate counts and proper storage.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment according to customer specifications.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all safety protocols.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
• Complete necessary paperwork and electronic records for inventory and shipping.

Essential Skills

• 1-3 years of manufacturing, distribution, and logistics experience.
• 1-3 years of sit-down forklift experience.
• 1-3 years of palletizing, inventory, picking, and staging experience.
• 1+ years of WMS experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in inventory control and quality assurance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs).
• Basic computer skills for inventory management.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Forklift certification is a plus.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy the opportunity for promotions and growth, a 401K match up to 6%, employee appreciation days, voluntary overtime, and benefits including PTO and vacation from day one of conversion. Experience a supportive work environment that values your contributions and offers pay increases once hired on.

Work Environment

Work alongside 270 internal employees spread over three buildings, in an inside/outside environment. Operate as part of a team within distribution assisting the manufacturing facility. Enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule with shifts from 6 AM to 2:30 PM or 2:30 PM to 11 PM.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.50/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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kutztown,PA.

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.