Material Handler

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

The Material Handler is responsible for executing physical tasks associated with receiving, staging, returning, shipping, storage, destruction, and inventory management of products, materials, parts, supplies, and equipment. This role involves unpacking and checking materials received against purchase orders or invoices, maintaining records of received materials, and rejecting unsatisfactory items according to procedural requirements. Additionally, the Material Handler picks and stages materials for production work orders and packs materials for shipment. The role also includes performing cycle counts, item verification, consolidation, and transfer of materials, while adhering to good documentation practices as defined by PCI.

Responsibilities

Receive, stage, return, ship, store, destroy, and manage inventory of products and materials.

Unpack and check materials received against purchase orders or invoices.

Maintain records of received materials and reject unsatisfactory items.

Pick and stage materials for production work orders.

Pack materials for shipment.

Perform cycle counts, item verification, consolidation, and transfer of materials.

Adhere to good documentation practices as defined by PCI.Essential Skills

Experience in shipping and receiving.

Proficiency with pallet jack and forklift operation.

Competency in using RF scanners for inventory control.

Ability to work independently and self-start.

Computer skills including working with Excel and Smart Sheets.

Preparedness to work in cold room environments.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Previous experience with ERP systems.

Knowledge of GDP (Good Documentation Practices).

Experience working in environments requiring minimal supervision.

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs independently.Why Work Here?

This role offers significant growth opportunities, with current leads and supervisors having started as temporary employees. Employees frequently transition to quality roles, project management positions, and higher-level positions within the warehouse. Promotions are common within the first six months, providing rapid career progression.

Work Environment

The work schedule is from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with sporadic overtime related to shipping activities. Overtime is voluntary, typically extending an hour during the week, and occasional Saturday work is also voluntary. The role requires working in cold rooms at temperatures of -20 degrees, involving opening large freezers and packing out shipments from coolers. The minimum lifting requirement is 20 lbs, with the ability to lift up to 40 lbs independently. The environment includes a new large warehouse facility with potential future work at Otay Mesa.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, California.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

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 San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.

About Aerotek:

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.

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.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.