Warehouse Associate

Aerotek; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Aerotek in Poway, CA is seeking a Material Handler to support a busy manufacturing and warehouse operation. You will safely move materials using forklifts, pick and stage inventory, and document activities in ERP systems such as NetSuite.

The morning shift runs 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with starting pay at $19/hr that can rise to $20/hr on permanent status and up to $23/hr for this contract-to-hire role. This onsite position offers weekly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of warehouse experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Proficiency using RF scanners for inventory tracking and material handling.
• Experience with material transfers and inventory movement within a warehouse.
• Experience in manufacturing or production environments.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling materials and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move, stage, and organize materials throughout the warehouse and manufacturing areas.
• Load and unload materials, components, and finished goods from trucks and other delivery vehicles.
• Perform material transfers between different locations within the warehouse and manufacturing facility, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Use RF scanners to accurately pick, scan, and track inventory and materials.
• Support kitting activities by assembling and preparing materials and components according to work orders or production requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records by following established procedures and using ERP systems such as NetSuite.
• Follow all safety guidelines and warehouse procedures to maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and warehouse team members to ensure materials are available where and when they are needed.
• Identify and report any discrepancies, damaged materials, or inventory issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Assist with general warehouse tasks as needed to support smooth daily operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanner use

Inventory accuracy

ERP systems (NetSuite)

Material handling

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler

Poway - 6am or 8:30am start

$19/hr - goes to $20/hr when made permanent

Job Description

This Material Handler role supports a busy manufacturing and warehouse operation by safely moving materials, handling inventory, and ensuring accurate documentation using forklifts, RF scanners, and ERP systems. The position runs on a morning-to-afternoon shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklifts to move, stage, and organize materials throughout the warehouse and manufacturing areas.

• Load and unload materials, components, and finished goods from trucks and other delivery vehicles.

• Perform material transfers between different locations within the warehouse and manufacturing facility, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Use RF scanners to accurately pick, scan, and track inventory and materials.

• Support kitting activities by assembling and preparing materials and components according to work orders or production requirements.

• Maintain accurate inventory records by following established procedures and using ERP systems such as NetSuite.

• Follow all safety guidelines and warehouse procedures to maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.

• Collaborate with manufacturing and warehouse team members to ensure materials are available where and when they are needed.

• Identify and report any discrepancies, damaged materials, or inventory issues to the appropriate personnel.

• Assist with general warehouse tasks as needed to support smooth daily operations.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of warehouse experience in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or manufacturing setting.

• Ability to load and unload materials safely and efficiently.

• Proficiency using RF scanners for inventory tracking and material handling.

• Experience with material transfers and inventory movement within a warehouse.

• Experience in manufacturing or production environments.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling materials and documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Current and valid forklift certification is a strong plus.

• Experience with kitting processes and preparing materials for production is highly beneficial.

• Familiarity with ERP systems, particularly NetSuite, is a plus.

• Comfort working in a busy manufacturing and warehouse environment.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standard operating procedures.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills when working with warehouse and manufacturing staff.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic, high-activity operation where your contribution directly supports production and customer delivery. You will work in a team-oriented environment that values reliability, safety, and continuous improvement, with opportunities to build your skills in material handling, ERP systems, and manufacturing support.

Work Environment

This role is based in Poway within a busy manufacturing and warehouse facility. The environment is fast-paced, with frequent material movement and close collaboration between warehouse and production teams. You will operate forklifts, using RF scanners, and interacting with ERP systems such as NetSuite. The facility emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to established procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.