Entry Level Material Handler Jobs in Gurnee, IL (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Material HandlerJob Description

This Material Handler position supports a high-volume manufacturing facility by ensuring production lines remain continuously supplied with materials. You will work a 12-hour night shift on a rotating schedule and play a key role in replenishing materials, moving pallets, and supporting injection molding operations that produce plastic medical components.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production machines remain stocked with the correct materials so they can run continuously without interruption.
• Move full pallets from the production machines to the warehouse in a safe and efficient manner.
• Verify that each machine has the proper materials and cardboard boxes needed for ongoing production.
• Use a forklift to bring additional materials down from storage racks to the production floor.
• Operate electric pallet jacks to transport materials and finished goods throughout the facility.
• Load, lift, pack, stack, and replenish materials as needed to support 24/7 manufacturing operations.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment such as hair nets, ear plugs, and safety shoes.
• Rotate between different production rooms, including air-conditioned areas and warmer rooms, as scheduled.
• Support the overall cleanliness and organization of the production and warehouse areas.
• Communicate clearly with team members and supervisors to report material needs, issues, or delays.

Essential Skills

• Ability to operate or learn to operate electric pallet jacks.
• Willingness to train on and use a stand-up forklift as needed.
• Ability to stand for 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to lift 30–50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to work a 12-hour night shift schedule (approximately 6:45 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.) on a rotating pattern of 48 hours one week and 36 hours the next.
• Ability to work weekends as part of the regular shift schedule.
• Ability to speak English or Spanish.
• Comfort working in a semi-loud manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to wear a hair net, ear plugs, safety shoes, and other required protective equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous production or manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Previous experience working 12-hour shifts is preferred.
• Experience with pallet jacks or stand-up forklifts is beneficial.
• Interest in growing into roles such as machine attendant, process technician, or maintenance positions over time.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a stable, growing, and secure work environment with a strong track record of consistent growth and internal promotions. Employees benefit from a 12-hour shift schedule that provides more days off over the course of the year and frequent opportunities to earn additional income through bonuses tied to attendance, punctuality, quality, and productivity. The workplace features a corporate cafeteria with heavily discounted meals, catered taco truck lunches with free meal tickets, and a culture that values long-term career development. Many supervisors, managers, and even vice presidents have advanced from entry-level roles, reflecting a strong commitment to promoting from within and supporting employee growth.

Work Environment

This role is based in a combined manufacturing and distribution facility that operates injection molding machines producing small to medium-sized plastic medical device components. The department runs 24/7 on a 12-hour shift schedule, specifically a night shift from approximately 6:45 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with one week at 48 hours and the next at 36 hours, including weekends. Two of the three production rooms are air conditioned, while one room can become warm; employees rotate between rooms so no one remains in the warmer area for extended periods. The environment is semi-loud, and ear plugs are provided. You will work with electric pallet jacks and, over time, a stand-up forklift to move materials and pallets throughout the facility. The site includes a corporate lunchroom and cafeteria offering a wide variety of heavily discounted food options. The dress code requires safety shoes, a hair net, ear plugs, and other appropriate personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and clean production environment.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.50 - $23.50/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 MUNDELEIN,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 6, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.