• Material Handler

    Aerotek (Hanover Park, IL)


    Job Title: Material Handler

    Job Description

    The role involves working in the shipping department of a production facility. You will be responsible for operating in both the warehouse and production areas, managing the flow of materials, and ensuring finished goods are ready for shipment.

    Responsibilities

    + Supply materials to the production lines.

    + Track material flow and inventory.

    + Skid wrap and palletize products.

    + Utilize an RF Scanner.

    + Operate a reach truck to load trucks and transport materials.

    + Occasionally use a cherry picker.

    + Ship products using UPS and FedEx.

    Essential Skills

    + 1 year of forklift experience.

    + Ability to read, write, and speak English.

    + Capability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

    + Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds when required.

    + Computer literacy.

    + Strong attention to detail.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Previous experience as a material handler in a manufacturing setting.

    + OSHA Forklift Certification.

    + Basic knowledge of JDE systems and Kanban.

    + Experience working in a lean manufacturing setting.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a dynamic team where safety is a core value, and you will have the opportunity to work in a well-lit and clean environment. Although the plant is not climate-controlled, it offers a chance to be part of a global manufacturer of water filtration systems, supporting innovation and quality in every task.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The production facility and warehouse are separate areas where you will be expected to work. The plant is well-lit and relatively clean, but not climate-controlled, meaning it can get hot during the summer months. Safety is a top priority, reflected in the company's culture.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hanover Park, Illinois.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $19.50 - $19.50/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 Hanover Park,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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.