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Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

The position requires prior experience as a material handler/packer/processing orders and using basic computer functions to track inventory.

Responsibilities

• Perform shipping and receiving tasks directly when needed, including preparing packages, labeling, and verifying shipment details.
• Use FedEx and UPS software to process orders
• Operate sit-down forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, load, and unload materials safely occassionally.
• Palletize materials and organize inventory in designated storage areas to maintain an orderly warehouse environment.
• Perform data entry related to purchase orders, shipping, and receiving activities using computer systems and SAP.
• Verify incoming and outgoing materials against purchase orders and shipping documents to ensure accuracy.
• Follow established safety procedures and guidelines while operating equipment and performing all material handling tasks.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 years of experience working with FedEx shipping systems (Recommended but not needed).
• At least 1 years of experience working with UPS shipping systems (Recommended but not needed).
• Proficiency using a computer for data entry and documentation.
• Ability to use FedEx and UPS software for processing shipments.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including handling purchase orders.
• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift safely and effectively.
• Experience with palletizing materials and organizing inventory.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar enterprise systems for tracking materials and transactions.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail in verifying shipment information and documentation.
• Comfort working with data entry tasks related to purchase orders, shipping, and receiving.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple shipments and tasks simultaneously.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a structured, professional environment that values accuracy, safety, and teamwork. The role offers steady second-shift hours and the opportunity to build deeper expertise in shipping, receiving, and international logistics. You will gain experience with established systems and processes while contributing directly to efficient operations in a large, well-organized facility.

Work Environment

This position is based within a large industrial facility and operates on a second shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. You will work in a warehouse and production support environment that involves use of sit-down forklifts, palletizing materials, and handling shipments. The setting emphasizes safety, adherence to procedures, and efficient material flow throughout the facility.

This is a Contract position based out of East Hartford, CT.

The pay range for this position is $22.66 - $22.66/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in East Hartford,CT.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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.