Aerotek · 2 days ago
Material Handler Forklift
Lawrence, KS, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$39K/yr - $42K/yr
1+ years expAerotek is a staffing agency that connects skilled trades workers with employers across North America. They are seeking a dedicated Material Handler with experience in operating industrial fork trucks to manage materials efficiently in a high-volume facility.
Recruiting
Responsibilities
Safely and effectively operate an industrial fork truck with SwingMast and obtain certification
Move efficiently and effectively on the industrial fork truck through a compact, high-volume facility with continual pedestrian traffic
Receive, unload, verify, and correctly store all materials entering the company
Systematically track all materials using a scanner and desktop computer with a high level of accuracy
Identify materials and locations to maintain efficient, organized, and safe storage
Monitor and maintain steel coil tracking
Supply the production department with materials and services in an efficient and timely manner
Maintain highly accurate reporting and assist in communicating any discrepancies in inventory
Complete timely and accurate system transactions when materials are moved or transferred
Report all material scrap, equipment, or property damage when operating material handling equipment
Perform general housekeeping of the facility and upkeep of assigned industrial trucks
Qualification
Required
Experience in operating industrial fork trucks, including medium-sized, narrow aisle SwingMast, and heavy-duty industrial trucks
Safely and effectively operate an industrial fork truck with SwingMast and obtain certification
Move efficiently and effectively on the industrial fork truck through a compact, high-volume facility with continual pedestrian traffic
Receive, unload, verify, and correctly store all materials entering the company
Systematically track all materials using a scanner and desktop computer with a high level of accuracy
Identify materials and locations to maintain efficient, organized, and safe storage
Monitor and maintain steel coil tracking
Supply the production department with materials and services in an efficient and timely manner
Maintain highly accurate reporting and assist in communicating any discrepancies in inventory
Complete timely and accurate system transactions when materials are moved or transferred
Report all material scrap, equipment, or property damage when operating material handling equipment
Perform general housekeeping of the facility and upkeep of assigned industrial trucks
Experience in forklift operation and material handling
Proficiency in using RF scanners, loading, and sit-down inventory management
Ability to stand and walk throughout the entire shift
Capability to lift and stack banded materials, with a maximum individual lifting limit of 45 pounds
Experience in pushing and pulling carts, occasionally requiring a force of up to 50 pounds
1 year or more of active industrial truck operation in a high-paced environment
1 year or more of inventory management experience
Ability to perform light office duties including the use of computers, scanners, and tablets
Preferred
Preferred experience in SwingMast operation
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays from day one
Tuition reimbursement
401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution after your first year of employment)
Company
Aerotek
Aerotek is a leading staffing agency that matches qualified candidates with top companies worldwide. It is a sub-organization of Allegis Group.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stacey Jenkins
Chief Financial Officer
Craig Sivers
Regional Vice President - Midwest
Recent News
2026-01-20
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