Job Title: Material Handler

Job Description

We are looking to hire two material handlers/forklift operators for a third-party logistics company. The role involves handling chemical drums, using forklifts to transport them to staging docks, and labeling them. This position requires attention to detail due to the chemical facility environment. Overtime is available as workload increases.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move chemical drums.

• Use paper pick sheets to locate and transport items.

• Load and unload materials onto forklifts.

• Transport materials to staging docks and label them.

• Repeat the process for multiple items.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 6 months experience with forklift/pallet jack.

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a warehouse environment.

• Attention to detail, especially in a chemical facility.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• No specific education requirements.

• Steel-toed shoes required.

• Strong attendance record.

• Experience with various types of forklifts including sit-down and stand-up forklifts.

Why Work Here?

Be part of a dedicated team in a supportive work environment. Enjoy opportunities for overtime, and work with a company that values attention to detail and safety.

Work Environment

This is an on-site warehouse position at a chemical facility. The warehouse is managed by a team of around 40 employees, including both floor staff and management. Shifts available include a 2nd shift Fork Truck Operator position from 2pm to 10pm, Monday to Friday (with training on the first shift for 2 weeks), and a 1st shift Trailer Liner position from 6am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Selkirk, New York.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50

• 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 Selkirk,NY.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 27, 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.