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Job Title: Material Handler
Job Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Material Handler to join our aerospace machine shop team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the flow of materials, parts, and products throughout the shop, ensuring materials are delivered to the correct workstations, and that inventory levels are maintained efficiently. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or aerospace environment, and a strong understanding of material handling, inventory control, and safety procedures.
Responsibilities
Receive, store, and organize raw materials, parts, and components required for machining and assembly processes.
Track material usage, monitor stock levels, and reorder supplies as needed.
Assist in conducting regular cycle counts and inventory audits to ensure accuracy.
Ensure materials and tools are delivered to the appropriate workstations or departments in a timely manner to support production schedules.
Verify and inspect incoming shipments for damage, correctness, and compliance with specifications.
Prepare and ship outgoing materials or parts to customers or suppliers as needed.
Ensure materials meet specified requirements and standards before they are distributed for use.
Report any discrepancies or quality issues to the relevant supervisor or team.
Adhere to all safety protocols and workplace regulations, ensuring the safe handling, storage, and transportation of materials.
Work closely with machinists, engineers, and other team members to ensure efficient material flow and production schedules are maintained.
Maintain accurate documentation of material usage, inventory levels, and other necessary paperwork in line with company policies and aerospace industry standards.
Maintain a clean and organized workspace, ensuring that materials are stored properly and work areas are safe.
Essential Skills
Forklift operation
Material handling
Packaging
Order picking
Shipping and receiving
Inventory management
Packing
Pallet jack usage
Sit down forklift operation
Loading
Quality inspection
Lifting boxes
General labor
Record keeping
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or aerospace environment
Strong understanding of material handling, inventory control, and safety procedures
Why Work Here?
Join a company with a great culture, locally owned and operated, and specializing in the aerospace industry.
Work Environment
The work environment is clean and organized. Although it is non-climate controlled, efforts are made to manage the temperature.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, Alabama.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Decatur,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 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.