Material Handler

Pay: $21.25/Hour

Shift: 3:00pm-11:30pm

Location: Seattle, WA

Job Description

The position of Material Handler is responsible for transporting products between our facilities in the South Park area of Seattle, as well as assisting the Material Handling team with material requisitions. This is a fast-paced position that requires the worker to retrieve and deliver products with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency. The individual filling this role will work closely with peers and supervisors on a daily basis. Strong communication skills are essential, as well as basic computer knowledge. The Material Handler must be able to develop and maintain strong working relationships. Attendance and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in loading and unloading of products using pallet jacks and forklifts.

• Backfill other team activities including material requisition and receiving.

• Work in a time-efficient manner and at a productive pace without direct supervision.

• Use computer and/or tablet to log warehouse movements.

• Pull orders, scan products using a tablet, and pull boxes off shelves by hand while matching SKU numbers with high attention to detail.

• Unload and load trucks and forklifts.

• Assist at a nearby warehouse when needed.

• Ensure tasks are completed efficiently during both slow and busy times.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Knowledge of basic warehouse and receiving processes.

• Ability to produce quality work at a fast pace while standing all day.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and proficiently.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle a high volume of products safely and efficiently.

• Professional demeanor with co-workers, suppliers, and customers if necessary.

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English clearly.

• Proficient in using a hand truck and pallet jack.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic computer and tablet usage.

• Basic math skills.

• High attention to detail.

Why Work Here?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, PTO, paid holidays after a waiting period, life insurance, and a 401k with up to a 4% match. There is an opportunity to move to Longview and become a lead in about a year.

Work Environment

The work environment includes shifts from 3:00pm – 11:30pm, Monday – Friday. The company offers full benefits, quarterly lunches, and awards for employees. The CEO is on-site daily, fostering transparency. The diverse workforce includes many long-term employees. The company also provides opportunities for career advancement into sales, production, and customer service.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, Washington.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.25 - $21.25/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 Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 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.