Material Handler Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

This role oversees daily shipping, receiving, packing, and material handling operations while also performing hands-on tasks as needed. The position focuses on coordinating parcel and freight shipments through FedEx and UPS, managing international shipments, and ensuring accurate data entry into systems such as SAP. You will lead a small team in a fast-paced environment, maintaining efficiency, accuracy, and safety across all warehouse activities.

• Oversee the daily work of shippers, receivers, packers, and material handlers to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Perform shipping, receiving, packing, and material handling tasks directly when needed to support workflow and meet deadlines.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments using FedEx and UPS systems, ensuring accurate labeling, documentation, and routing.
• Prepare, verify, and process purchase orders (POs) and shipping documentation, maintaining accurate records in SAP and other systems.
• Manage pallet preparation, including palletizing, wrapping, labeling, and staging materials for shipment.
• Operate sit-down forklifts and other material handling equipment safely to move, load, and unload materials.
• Ensure accurate receiving of incoming goods by verifying quantities, part numbers, and documentation, and updating system records.
• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy through proper data entry, tracking, and handling of materials.
• Train, guide, and support team members in shipping, receiving, and material handling processes and system usage.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve shipping, receiving, and inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all facility and safety procedures.
• Support continuous improvement of shipping and receiving processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

• At least 2 years of hands-on FedEx shipping experience.
• At least 2 years of hands-on UPS shipping experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a supervisor in a shipping, receiving, or material handling environment.
• Minimum of 6 months of international shipping experience.
• Proficiency using a computer for data entry, documentation, and system navigation.
• Proficiency with FedEx and UPS shipping software for domestic and international shipments.
• Experience using SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry and maintain detailed shipping and receiving records.
• Experience with pallet preparation, including palletizing, wrapping, and labeling.
• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift and other material handling equipment safely.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to oversee and coordinate the work of multiple team members.

• Previous experience as a receiver in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with purchase orders (POs) and related documentation.
• Familiarity with general shipping and receiving best practices for both domestic and international logistics.
• Comfort working in a structured, process-driven environment within a larger industrial facility.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support hands-on work when required.

You will join a structured, professional operation where your supervisory and hands-on skills in shipping, receiving, and material handling are valued. The role offers consistent second-shift hours, allowing you to build a stable routine while working with established systems and processes. You will have the opportunity to expand your experience with SAP, international logistics, and carrier systems in a collaborative environment that emphasizes accuracy, safety, and operational excellence.

This role is based within a large industrial facility, working closely with production and logistics operations. The position is on second shift, Monday through Friday from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., providing consistent evening hours. You will work in a warehouse and shipping/receiving setting that uses technologies such as SAP, FedEx and UPS shipping software, and other computer-based systems for data entry and documentation. The environment involves regular use of sit-down forklifts and other material handling equipment, as well as frequent palletizing, loading, and unloading of materials. You can expect a structured, process-oriented workplace that emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to facility procedures.

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

The pay range for this position is $23.41 - $23.41/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)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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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.