Senior Material Handler (1st Shift)

Aerotek; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a reliable Material Handler for a 1st shift in Germantown, Maryland. This contract-to-hire role supports inventory movement, shipping, and material flow in a fast-paced facility. Shift is 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a 9/80 schedule and every other Friday off.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts, handling pallets, using ERP systems for inventory, and ensuring accurate records and timely material delivery in a fully onsite environment.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of material handling experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, inventory, or logistics environment.
• Hands-on experience with inventory processes, including counting, recording, and maintaining accurate inventory data.
• Experience with shipping and receiving operations in a production or warehouse setting.
• Proficiency operating material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Experience using ERP systems for inventory transactions and material tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage materials and documentation accurately.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport materials safely throughout the facility.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.
• U.S. citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Support the movement of materials throughout the manufacturing and logistics facility in a safe, efficient, and organized manner.
• Handle incoming and outgoing inventory, including receiving, staging, and distributing materials to appropriate production and storage areas.
• Perform shipping and receiving activities, ensuring materials are properly labeled, documented, and prepared for transport.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to move, load, and unload materials safely.
• Use ERP systems to execute inventory transactions, track material locations, and maintain accurate material records.
• Accurately count, record, and reconcile inventory data to support production, warehousing, and shipping operations.
• Monitor material flow to help prevent bottlenecks and ensure timely delivery of components to manufacturing lines.
• Follow established safety procedures and best practices to reduce risk and maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate closely with production, logistics, and operations teams to support daily manufacturing schedules and priorities.
• Work independently and as part of a team to complete tasks, solve problems, and maintain high standards of quality and accuracy.

Skills

Two+ years material handling

Inventory processes

Shipping and receiving

Forklifts and pallet jacks

Attention to detail

Safety-focused

Lifting and moving materials

On-site work readiness

U.S. citizenship

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler (1st Shift)

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Material Handler to join a rapidly growing manufacturing and logistics operation in Germantown, Maryland. This contract-to-hire role is ideal for individuals with warehouse, manufacturing, inventory, or material handling experience who thrive in a fast-paced production environment. You will play a key role in supporting inventory movement, shipping operations, and material flow throughout the facility, helping to maintain safety, accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support the movement of materials throughout the manufacturing and logistics facility in a safe, efficient, and organized manner.
• Handle incoming and outgoing inventory, including receiving, staging, and distributing materials to appropriate production and storage areas.
• Perform shipping and receiving activities, ensuring materials are properly labeled, documented, and prepared for transport.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to move, load, and unload materials safely.
• Use ERP systems to execute inventory transactions, track material locations, and maintain accurate material records.
• Accurately count, record, and reconcile inventory data to support production, warehousing, and shipping operations.
• Monitor material flow to help prevent bottlenecks and ensure timely delivery of components to manufacturing lines.
• Follow established safety procedures and best practices to reduce risk and maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate closely with production, logistics, and operations teams to support daily manufacturing schedules and priorities.
• Work independently and as part of a team to complete tasks, solve problems, and maintain high standards of quality and accuracy.

Essential Skills

• Two or more years of material handling experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, inventory, or logistics environment.
• Hands‑on experience with inventory processes, including counting, recording, and maintaining accurate inventory data.
• Experience with shipping and receiving operations in a production or warehouse setting.
• Proficiency operating material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Experience using ERP systems for inventory transactions and material tracking.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to manage materials and documentation accurately.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport materials safely throughout the facility.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, production‑oriented environment.
• U.S. citizenship.
• High school diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working in a technical, manufacturing, and mission‑driven environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• Proactive, safety‑focused, and detail‑oriented mindset.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with operations, production, and logistics teams.
• Adaptability to support a rapidly growing organization with evolving systems and processes.
• Interest in long‑term career growth and internal mobility within a larger organization.
• Willingness to commit to a fully onsite role with no hybrid or remote options.

Why Work Here?

You will join a rapidly growing organization where your work has an immediate impact in a mission‑driven, technical manufacturing environment. The company offers strong benefits, a 9/80 schedule that provides every other Friday off, and a supportive culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement. You will have opportunities for career advancement and internal mobility, including potential consideration for other opportunities around the six‑month mark. Employees benefit from an attractive holiday calendar, company shutdown around the holidays, and exposure to international collaboration within a larger global organization.

Work Environment

This role is 100% onsite in Germantown, Maryland, within a manufacturing and logistics facility. The work is performed on a 1st shift schedule, typically 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., following a 9/80 schedule that provides every other Friday off. The environment is fast‑paced and production‑focused, requiring close team collaboration and hands‑on involvement with material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks, as well as ERP systems for inventory and material tracking. The operation has approximately 190 employees and is experiencing significant growth, with numerous openings that reinforce the dynamic nature of the workplace. You will work in a technical, mission‑driven setting with substantial organizational change and international collaboration, and you must be fully committed to working onsite due to the manufacturing environment and the current maturity of systems and processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Germantown, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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.

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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Germantown,MD.

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.