• Material Handler - Hiring Now $17/HR

    Aerotek (Louisville, KY)


    Job Title: Material Handler

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Material Handler to join our team. This role is critical to ensuring proper coil preparation and handling throughout the batch, monorail, and crating processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong experience in material handling and a proven track record of reliability and tenure in similar roles.

    Responsibilities

    + Follow published work instructions, quality procedures, and safety protocols.

    + Open and close crates or containers containing coils or other customer products.

    + Inspect coils for damage and ensure compliance with quality standards.

    + Attach identifying tags or labels to coils or mark information on crates, pallets, or containers.

    + Read work orders or follow oral instructions to determine coils or containers to be moved, hung, or crated.

    + Secure or remove lifting attachments as needed.

    + Lift coils by hand to load or unload load/basket bars or monorail hang points.

    + Clean work area and equipment as instructed.

    + Perform other duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills & Qualifications

    + **Proven material handling experience with strong tenure in previous roles.**

    + Inventory management and packing expertise.

    + General labor skills including loading and packaging.

    + Safety awareness and ability to follow detailed instructions.

    + Experience with overhead crane operation and rigging.

    + High School diploma or GED required.

    + Preferably 3–9 months of related experience and/or training.

    + Ability to read and understand safety instructions, work instructions, and company policies.

    + Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

    + Physical ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.

    Additional Skills

    + Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    + Comprehensive benefits package including:

    + 401(k) retirement plan

    + Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

    + Stable company with opportunities for growth.

    Work Environment

    + Warehouse and manufacturing setting.

    + Must be flexible to work second shift if needed.

    + Standing and moving regularly with occasional lifting required.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, KY.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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 Louisville,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 31, 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.