Material Handling Operator

Aleron; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay at $25.00 per hour

Stable Monday-Friday schedule

Contract extension potential

Job summary

Aleron is hiring a Material Handling Operator in New Castle, DE. This temp-to-perm role supports receiving, inventory, storage, shipping, and warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will operate forklifts, manage inventory data, and ensure safety and quality while maintaining efficient material flows. A successful candidate will thrive in hands-on work and a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• One year of warehouse, shipping, receiving, logistics, or material handling experience.
• Forklift operation experience preferred.
• Ability to follow written procedures and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Receive shipments and verify materials against packing slips.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and similar equipment.
• Enter and maintain inventory data in the WMS.
• Store, organize and retrieve materials in the warehouse.
• Perform inventory counts and support stock accuracy.
• Pick, stage and verify orders for accuracy.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Safety precision

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Warehouse management systems (WMS)

Job description

Material Handling Operator

Location: New Castle, DE

Employment Type: Temp to Perm

Industry: Manufacturing

Compensation: $20.00/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST

We're looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Material Handling Operator to join a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment. In this role, you'll play a critical part in keeping materials moving efficiently throughout the facility by supporting receiving, inventory, storage, shipping, and warehouse operations.

If you enjoy hands-on work, thrive in a team environment, and take pride in accuracy and organization, this is an excellent opportunity with long-term potential.

What You'll Do

• Receive incoming shipments and verify materials against packing slips and shipping documents.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage and report discrepancies.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
• Enter and maintain inventory information using warehouse management systems.
• Store, organize, and retrieve materials within the warehouse.
• Perform inventory counts and support ongoing stock accuracy.
• Pick, stage, and verify customer or production orders for accuracy.
• Package outbound shipments according to shipping requirements and company standards.
• Prepare and attach shipping documentation for outgoing deliveries.
• Transport materials throughout the facility safely and efficiently.
• Follow established warehouse procedures while maintaining quality, productivity, and safety standards.
• Work independently while knowing when to elevate unexpected issues for support.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• One year of experience in warehouse, shipping, receiving, logistics, or material handling, or equivalent vocational training.
• Experience operating forklifts or other industrial material handling equipment is preferred.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work within inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately follow written procedures and work instructions.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive pay at $25.00 per hour.
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule with full-time hours.
• Opportunity to develop valuable warehouse and logistics experience.
• Collaborative team environment with supportive leadership.
• Potential for contract extension and conversion to a full-time position based on performance and business needs.
• Gain experience in a modern manufacturing and distribution environment.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.