Material Handler-Water Spider

Aerotek; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan — Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek in Kent, WA is seeking a Material Handler – Water Spider to manage loading, unloading, and movement of inventory in our warehouse.

You will operate forklifts and other equipment, perform data entry, and ensure accurate shipping, receiving, and packaging of parts; this contract-to-hire role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities in a precision manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of related inventory experience with proper documentation.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience in shipping/receiving, order picking and packing.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Data entry proficiency.
• Drivers license.
• Experience in deburring.
• Order picking experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete inventory using an MRP system to track information.
• Load and unload ocean containers and trucks using hand tools.
• Pick and stage inventory against sales orders, work orders, and material requisitions.
• Manage shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing and delivering materials.
• Maintain stockroom in an orderly and organized fashion.
• Perform data entry as needed.
• Process incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Prepare and package spares and machine orders for shipping.
• Assist in the machine shop with deburring and sanding parts in the second half of the day.

Skills

Inventory management

Cycle counts

Shipping & receiving

Order picking & packing

Material handling

Forklift operation

Data entry

2–3 years inventory experience

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Drivers License

Deburring experience

Order picking experience

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler – Water Spider

Job Description

We are seeking enthusiastic Warehouse Logistics Specialists to efficiently manage the loading, unloading, and movement of inventory and materials within our warehouse and storage facilities. This position involves using a variety of equipment, such as forklifts, stock pickers, pallet jacks, and hand trucks, to ensure the smooth operation of logistics processes.

Location:

21409 72nd Ave S, Kent, Washington, 98032, United States

Responsibilities

• Complete inventory of parts using an MRP system to track information.

• Load and unload ocean containers and trucks using a crowbar, claw hammer, and/or other hand tools.

• Pick and stage inventory against sales orders, work orders, and material requisitions.

• Manage manual and clerical tasks related to shipping, receiving, inspecting, storing, issuing, and delivering materials, equipment, and supplies.

• Maintain stockroom in an orderly and organized fashion.

• Perform data entry as needed.

• Process incoming and outgoing shipments.

• Prepare and package spares and machine orders for shipping and special assignments as required.

• Assist in the machine shop with deburring and sanding parts during the second half of the day.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in inventory management and cycle counts.

• Experience in shipping and receiving.

• Order picking and packing skills.

• Material handling experience.

• Forklift operation expertise.

• Proficient data entry skills.

• Minimum 2 to 3 years of related inventory experience with generating proper documentation.

• PC literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office products such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Drivers License.

• Experience in deburring.

• Order picking experience.

Why Work Here?

Joining our team means being part of a dynamic environment focused on precision and innovation. We are committed to ensuring our technology evolves with industry advancements, providing employees opportunities for growth and development. Our culture emphasizes collaboration and continuous improvement, offering a rewarding career path with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

Work Environment

Located in Kent, WA, our company specializes in precision abrasive waterjet systems. With over 350 years of combined high-pressure technology knowledge, we continually update our software and hardware to ensure that our Jet Machining Centers remain cutting-edge. Employees will work in a technologically advanced setting, using updated equipment and systems to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kent, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 – $20.00/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.

• 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 Kent,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

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.