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Material Handler

Aerotek
  • Warwick, RI
  • $20–$21 Per Hour
1 day ago

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Job Title: Material HandlerJob Description

Join a dynamic team where you will be responsible for operating both stand-up and sit-down forklifts, handling shipping and receiving tasks using USPS and FedEx computer systems, and picking orders in the warehouse. You will be engaged in various tasks to ensure efficient warehouse operations.

Responsibilities
  • Operate both stand-up and sit-down forklifts efficiently.
  • Perform shipping and receiving tasks using USPS and FedEx computer systems.
  • Pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Handle inventory management tasks and maintain organization within the warehouse.
  • Utilize pallet jacks and cherry pickers as required.
  • Ensure orders are picked, packed, and shipped accurately and on time.
  • Unload shipments and organize incoming goods.
  • Maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
Essential Skills
  • Proficient in operating forklifts, including both stand-up and sit-down types.
  • Experience with material handling and inventory management.
  • Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes, especially using UPS WorldShip, FedEx, LTL, and Ship Manager.
  • Basic computer skills for handling shipping software.
  • Ability to work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Training will be provided for shipping processes; however, basic knowledge is preferred.
  • Experience with warehouse inventory tasks is a plus.
Why Work Here?

Join a safety-first team with reliable hours and competitive pay. We offer hands-on training from day one to help you grow into higher-skilled and higher-pay roles. Our company recognizes effort and provides the tools to build a career. Enjoy predictable shifts, advancement opportunities with milestone reviews, and work in a clean, well-maintained facility.

Work Environment

The work hours are from 8:15 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The warehouse is well-organized but can get hot, so comfortable attire is recommended. The facility is clean and well-maintained, fostering a productive work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Warwick, RI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 & 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warwick,RI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.

\nCompany Description

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.

Company Description

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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationWarwick, RI
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$20–$21 Per Hour
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1983
Websitehttps://www.aerotek.com/

About Company

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 meets 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 solving for 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.  

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.

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
  • Aviation Industryunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • Candidate Screeningunmatched
  • Computer Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Systemsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Consultingunmatched
  • Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Fortune 500 Customersunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Less Than Truckload (LTL)unmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Pallet Jackunmatched
  • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • USPS (United States Post Office)unmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched

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