Material Handler

Job Title: 1st Shift Material Handler

Job Description

This role supports a well-established manufacturing operation that produces liquid, semi-solid, and powder formulations of prescription and over-the-counter products. The 1st Shift Material Handler works on the packaging line to handle materials, perform basic quality checks, and ensure products are packaged accurately, safely, and efficiently in a clean, organized environment.

Pay: $16.50/hr

Shift: First (1st) shift: 6:00am - 3:00pm, Monday - Friday

Responsibilities

• Perform simple in-process quality inspections to ensure products and components meet established standards.
• Verify the presence and quality of printed lot numbers, expiration dates, and sequential number codes on shipping cartons.
• Inspect products and components for conformity to quality specifications and identify any issues.
• Identify and remove from production any dirty, damaged, or non-conforming finished goods or components.
• Package containers into cartons, securely tape cartons, and place them on pallets in an orderly manner.
• Apply product information or date coding onto shipping cartons while working on the packaging line.
• Apply closures to filled containers on the packaging line, maintaining application speed consistent with line speed.
• Maintain a packing rate that keeps up with the speed of the production line.
• Clean packaging equipment and facilities as directed by the Line Leader.
• Clean and organize the general workstation and comply with current good manufacturing practices (cGMP).
• Handle materials, including picking and packaging, to support ongoing production activities.

Essential Skills

• Material handling experience in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform picking, packaging, and production support tasks.
• Good listening and comprehension skills to follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to lift 15–20 lbs and perform physical tasks such as bending, carrying, pushing, kneeling, and standing for long periods of time.
• Attention to detail to perform quality checks on lot numbers, expiration dates, codes, and product conformity.
• Ability to maintain work pace that aligns with the speed of the packaging line.
• Willingness and ability to follow current good manufacturing practices (cGMP) and cleanliness standards.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports both financial security and well-being. Team members may access 401(k) matching and a retirement plan to help build long-term financial stability. Health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a flexible spending account and life insurance, provide strong coverage for personal and family needs. Paid time off supports work-life balance and allows employees to rest and recharge. The organization values a stable, well-run environment where employees can grow their skills and contribute to a long-standing, successful manufacturing operation.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean, organized manufacturing facility focused on the production of liquid, semi-solid, and powder formulations of prescription and over-the-counter products. Work is performed on the 1st shift on a packaging line, where maintaining line speed and productivity is essential. The environment follows current good manufacturing practices (cGMP), with regular cleaning of equipment, facilities, and workstations. The position involves standing for extended periods and performing physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and carrying materials in a structured, process-oriented setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brockton, MA.

The pay range for this position is $16.50 - $16.50/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 & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Brockton,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.