• Material Handler

    Aerotek (Lake Bluff, IL)


    Job Title: Material Handler

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join our team, working Monday through Thursday from 6pm to 6am, with the potential for Friday overtime. This role requires forklift and computer experience, with forklift operation making up approximately 50% of your day.

    Responsibilities

    + Deliver materials promptly and in accordance with the production schedule to the production areas.

    + Properly identify all materials returned to inventory.

    + Remove all finished goods promptly from the production areas to shipping or the finished goods warehouse.

    + Move finished goods from the warehouse for packaging or shipping.

    + Perform inventory transactions using JENISYS.

    + Participate in physical inventory functions.

    + Suggest changes to improve quality, efficiency, safety, or communication.

    + Follow all safety practices and immediately correct or report unsafe conditions. Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

    + Perform other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 2 years' experience in forklift/material handling.

    + 2 years' experience in manufacturing.

    + Ability to read and write in English.

    + Ability to follow written work instructions.

    + Experience working on 2nd shift.

    + Ability to lift 50 lbs.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with warehouse operations.

    + Ability to operate material handling equipment.

    + Proficiency in performing inventory transactions.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    This is a stable company offering a secure and great place to work, with opportunities for growth and development.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work is conducted in a manufacturing facility specializing in coatings and adhesives, including products like non-slip walkways, skateboard friction tape, and emergency exit signs. The Lake Bluff location is the primary production site, and the environment includes the operation of large machinery, roughly the size of a semi-truck trailer. The facility has a strong chemical smell due to the use of chemicals in the manufacturing process.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of LAKE BLUFF, IL.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 LAKE BLUFF,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.