Loading Dock Associate Jobs in Lawrence, KS (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

This role focuses on operating a sit-down forklift to move, stage, and prepare materials for shipment in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing facility. You will spend most of your day on the forklift, supporting shipping and receiving operations, and performing general material handling tasks to keep inventory and orders flowing efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down Drexel forklift safely and efficiently for approximately 70% of the workday.
• Pull customer orders accurately and stage them at the dock in preparation for shipment.
• Unload incoming trucks and move materials to designated storage or production areas.
• Wrap pallets securely to ensure products remain stable and protected during transport.
• Perform material handling tasks such as picking, packing, shipping, and receiving.
• Assist with inventory activities, including counting, organizing, and maintaining stock locations.
• Support order picking and packaging to meet shipping deadlines and quality standards.
• Work off the forklift as needed, including lifting materials up to 40 lbs and performing general warehouse duties.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with facility guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency operating a sit-down forklift, preferably Drexel or similar models.
• At least 1 year of warehouse experience in a material handling or similar role.
• Experience with order picking, staging, and pallet wrapping.
• Ability to perform shipping and receiving tasks, including loading and unloading trucks.
• Capability to work off the forklift and lift up to 40 lbs safely and repeatedly.
• Attention to detail when handling inventory, orders, and documentation.
• Commitment to safe forklift operation and adherence to warehouse safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a material handler, dock worker, or inventory associate.
• Experience in picking, packing, and packaging operations.
• Familiarity with working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a structured, organized warehouse setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to support coordinated shipping and receiving activities.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a climate-controlled, well-organized facility where employees are treated with respect and appreciation. The environment supports long-term satisfaction, with a strong emphasis on safety, cleanliness, and clear processes. Team members enjoy a stable schedule and a workplace culture that values reliability, collaboration, and a positive day-to-day experience.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility that is climate controlled, clean, and highly organized. You will operate Drexel sit-down forklifts and work around shipping docks, staging areas, and inventory storage locations. The role follows a consistent shift schedule of 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, providing a four-day workweek. The environment emphasizes safety, orderliness, and efficient material flow, with expectations for appropriate work attire suitable for a warehouse and manufacturing setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 Lenexa,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 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.