Warehouse Worker

Aerotek; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Material Handler in Troy, MI, to support a fast-paced metal manufacturing operation. You will move materials between warehouse and production, perform line-side delivery and inventory tasks, and ensure safe, organized workflow with RF scanners and forklifts.

The role includes shifting 6:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m. on weekdays, with occasional Friday overtime. Onsite, with full PPE and training provided; contract-to-hire potential and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of warehouse experience with inventory, picking, packing, shipping and receiving.
• At least 2 years of stand-up forklift experience in a warehouse/manufacturing setting.
• Proficient in material handling using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Experience with order picking and stocking in a warehouse or production environment.
• Able to operate stand-up forklifts safely in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes and RF scanning.
• Willing to wear PPE including steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves and hearing protection.
• Stand-up electric forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Move stock from warehouse to production floor so lines receive materials on time.
• Move finished goods to storage or shipping locations following procedures.
• Support production with line-side delivery and pickup about 50% of the time.
• Organize and manage inventory about 30% of the time, pallets and layout.
• Handle miscellaneous duties including scrap, waste, and housekeeping.
• Maintain organization of customer containers and ensure accurate material flow.
• Operate stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks and related equipment safely.
• Use RF scanners to pick, pack, label and stock materials and goods.
• Assist with shipping/receiving including loading/unloading trucks and verifying materials.
• Adhere to safety procedures and PPE requirements to protect self and coworkers.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Stand-up forklift experience

Material handling

Order picking and stocking

RF scanners proficiency

Safety PPE compliance

Stand-up electric forklift experience

Chauffeur's license

Inventory control

Tools

RF scanners

Pallet jacks

Forklifts

Conveyors

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler

This Material Handler role supports a fast-paced, precision metal manufacturing operation by ensuring timely and accurate movement of materials between the warehouse and production floor. You will manage line-side delivery and pick-up, maintain organized inventory and customer containers, handle scrap and cardboard waste, and perform general housekeeping to keep the facility safe and efficient. You will play a key role in supporting production by staying available throughout your shift to respond quickly to material needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and control the movement of stock from warehouse locations to the production floor, ensuring production lines receive materials on time.

• Move finished goods from the production floor to the proper storage or shipping locations, following established procedures.

• Support production activities approximately 50% of the time by performing line-side delivery and pick-up of materials and components.

• Organize and manage inventory approximately 30% of the time, including arranging pallets, maintaining warehouse organization, and ensuring materials are stored in designated locations.

• Perform miscellaneous duties approximately 20% of the time, including dumping scrap, maintaining truck wells, and managing cardboard waste.

• Maintain the organization of customer containers to and from the production line to ensure accurate and efficient material flow.

• Operate stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently to load, unload, move, and stage materials.

• Use RF scanners to pick, pack, label, and stock materials and finished goods as required.

• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading trucks, verifying materials, and organizing warehouse inventory.

• Perform general housekeeping tasks in warehouse and production areas to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

• Remain available throughout the shift to respond quickly to production floor requests and support changing priorities.

• Follow all safety, PPE, and material handling procedures to protect yourself, coworkers, and equipment.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of warehouse experience, including exposure to inventory, picking, packing, shipping, and receiving activities.

• At least 2 years of stand-up forklift (stand-up hilo) experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency in material handling, including loading, unloading, and moving materials using forklifts and pallet jacks.

• Experience with order picking and stocking in a warehouse or production setting.

• Ability to operate stand-up forklifts safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including handling inbound and outbound materials.

• Ability to use RF scanners for picking, packing, labeling, and inventory tracking.

• Capability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and remain available to support the production floor throughout the shift.

• Willingness and ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Stand-up electric forklift experience is a plus.

• A chauffeur's license is a plus.

• Experience with warehouse inventory control, including organizing pallets and managing customer containers.

• Experience in loading, unloading, and labeling materials for manufacturing or distribution operations.

• Comfort working in an environment with automated equipment such as tube benders, welding machines, conveyors, and material handling robots.

• Ability to adapt to different tasks and support multiple functions within the warehouse and production areas.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, international, family-owned manufacturing organization that offers strong benefits and a clean, well-maintained facility. Insurance and benefits begin on the first of the month following 60 days, providing early access to coverage and peace of mind. If you do not need medical coverage, you can opt out and receive a weekly stipend, offering additional financial flexibility. The environment combines fast-paced, engaging work with a supportive culture that values safety, organization, and long-term employee well-being.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility focused on producing metal exhaust systems for automotive manufacturers, with extensive tube bending, tube assembly, manufacturing, and shipping operations. The worksite includes automated tube benders, welding machines, material handling robots, conveyors, and PLC-controlled equipment from providers such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Beckhoff. The environment is fast-paced yet very clean and well-organized, with some areas louder than others due to consistent machine noise, so you should be prepared for ongoing loud sounds. There is one opening on 1st shift (6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with some Fridays as needed for 8 hours) and one opening on 2nd shift (4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., Monday through Thursday). You will work in a warehouse and production setting that emphasizes safety and proper material handling. The dress code requires compliance with all PPE and safety requirements: you must provide and wear your own steel-toe shoes at all times in the plant, while safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection are provided. The facility uses standard warehouse tools such as forklifts, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and packing equipment to support daily operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Troy, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 3, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Troy,MI.

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.