Material Handling Operator 2

Aleron; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 52,349,000 - 59,237,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Portland, OR seeks a Material Handling Operator 2 on a contract basis for about 5 months. The role involves receiving goods, moving materials with forklifts, and maintaining inventory accuracy. A High School Diploma or GED is required, along with 3+ years in warehouse/logistics.

Work is performed in a dynamic team setting with emphasis on safety, efficiency, and reliable material flow to support client operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in warehouse, logistics, material handling, inventory.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming goods, verify quantities, and record in internal systems.
• Safely handle, store, retrieve, and transport materials using equipment.
• Maintain accurate inventory through regular stock checks and proper recording.
• Pick and prepare deliveries, package shipments, and verify item numbers.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Material Handling Operator 2

Location

Portland, OR

Employment

Contract (5 month)

Industry

Manufacturing

Compensation

$ 20.00/hour

Schedule

40hours /week

About the Opportunity

• Join a dynamic warehouse and logistics team where you'll play an important role in keeping materials moving accurately and efficiently.
• You'll manage incoming and outgoing goods, maintain inventory records, prepare shipments, and safely handle materials using appropriate equipment and systems.
• This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical, organized work and can confidently handle day-to-day operational challenges.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

• This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

• Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Receive incoming goods, verify quantities and material details against shipping documents, inspect for visible damage, and record relevant information in internal systems.
• Safely handle, store, retrieve, and transport materials using appropriate equipment such as forklifts and other industrial trucks.
• Maintain accurate inventory through regular stock checks, inventory activities, and proper recording of goods within designated storage areas.
• Pick and prepare deliveries, verifying quantities and item numbers, and package shipments according to shipping, packaging, and applicable dangerous-goods requirements.
• Coordinate internal and, where required, external material transportation while ensuring shipping documentation and operational procedures are completed accurately.

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse, logistics, material handling, inventory

What Sets You Apart

• Basic knowledge and experience of principles, procedures, work routines and skills in the related field of work, gained through structured and focused 3-year vocational training period

Additional Information

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Legal and Eligibility Information

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.