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AerotekKutztown, PA, US
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Material Handler

The Warehouse Laborer is responsible for performing a variety of tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the warehouse. This includes handling, storing, and shipping products, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring a clean and safe work environment, with a specific focus on dealing with plastic sheeting.

Responsibilities

  • Unload, inspect, and accurately record incoming shipments.
  • Organize and maintain inventory, ensuring accurate counts and proper storage.
  • Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment according to customer specifications.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all safety protocols.
  • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Complete necessary paperwork and electronic records for inventory and shipping.

Essential Skills

  • 1-3 years of Manufacturing and / or Distribution and logistics experience.
  • 1-3 years of sit down forklift experience.
  • 1-3 years of palletizing, inventory, picking, and / or staging experience.
  • 1+ years of WMS experience.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Experience in inventory control, quality assurance, picking, and packing.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Previous warehouse experience preferred.
  • Basic computer skills for inventory management.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Forklift certification is a plus.
  • Why Work Here?

    Enjoy opportunities for growth with pay bumps upon permanent hire, and promotions. Benefit from a 401K match up to 6%, employee appreciation days, and voluntary overtime. Receive benefits and PTO from day one upon conversion, along with vacation days.

    Work Environment

    Join a dynamic team of 270 internal employees spread across three buildings. Work in both inside and outside environments as part of a team within the distribution assisting the manufacturing facility. Enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule with two shifts available : 1st shift from 6 am to 2 : 30 pm and 2nd shift from 2 : 30 pm to 11 pm.

    Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kutztown, Pennsylvania.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.50 / 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 Kutztown,PA.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.

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