**Job Title: Material Handler** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join our team. You will be responsible for loading and unloading trucks and vans, which may require the use of a sit-down forklift or manual lifting of up to 50 lbs. The role involves picking and selecting specific customer orders based on written instructions. While we prefer candidates with over 2 years of experience, we are open to considering those with other relevant competencies. **Responsibilities** + Load and unload trucks and vans using a sit-down forklift or manual lifting. + Pick and select specific customer orders according to written instructions. + Perform shipping and receiving tasks. + Handle inventory, including cycle counts and data entry. + Utilize RF scanners and pallet jacks for warehouse operations. + Ensure accurate and timely data entry for shipping, primarily through UPS and FedEx. **Essential Skills** + 2+ years of experience in a warehouse setting. + 6+ months of forklift experience. + 1+ year of material handling experience. + 6+ months of experience with computer or inventory systems, specifically UPS or FedEx. + High school education or equivalent. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with SAP and domestic shipping. + Ability to lift over 65 lbs. + Proficiency in using RF scanners and pallet jacks. + Basic data entry skills. **Why Work Here?** You will have the opportunity to work in a smaller size warehouse where everyone pulls their own weight and contributes to the team. The end customer for a significant portion of our orders is a major aircraft builder, which is seeing a resurgence as the aviation industry recovers. This is a promising opportunity for permanent employment in a growing industry. **Work Environment** This position is based in a smaller size warehouse with 4 dock doors. You should dress appropriately for the weather as it can get chilly when the doors are open. The working hours are Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with some flexibility required during the week. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of NEW BRITAIN, Connecticut. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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 NEW BRITAIN,CT. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 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.