Material Handling Technician — Jam Specialist (Flexible Shifts)

Aerotek; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)/Roth

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term disability

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a hands-on Material Handler/RME Jam Tech for a contract role based in Windsor, CT. The position focuses on keeping conveyance and material handling systems running, with responsibilities including jam clearance, basic maintenance, and safe operation across multiple environments.

The role requires lifting up to 49 pounds, standing up to 12 hours, and a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in using standard hand tools for basic maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to lift and move equipment or materials weighing up to 49 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours in a production and material handling environment.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated work areas and equipment.
• Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain system uptime and ensure a consistent operational flow.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions in hard-to-reach areas.
• Use basic hand tools to perform tasks across different projects and equipment types.
• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on material handling equipment.
• Lift and move equipment or materials weighing up to 49 pounds as part of daily operations and maintenance.
• Stand and walk for shifts lasting up to 12 hours while supporting production and material handling operations.
• Perform regular bending, lifting, and reaching both below the waist and above the head to access equipment.
• Work a flexible schedule, including weekends, nights, and holidays to support continuous operations.

Skills

Hand tools

Material handling

Lifting 49 lbs

Climb ladders

Stand 12 hours

Flexible schedule

Job description

Aerotek is hiring a hands-on Material Handler/RME Jam Tech for a contract role based in Windsor, CT. The position focuses on keeping conveyance and material handling systems running, with responsibilities including jam clearance, basic maintenance, and safe operation across multiple environments.

The role requires lifting up to 49 pounds, standing up to 12 hours, and a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.