Material Handler

Company: Aerotek
Location: Seattle
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Material Handler Job Description The position of Material Handler involves transporting products between facilities in the South Park area of Seattle and assisting the Material Handling team with material requisitions. This role is fast-paced and requires high accuracy and efficiency in retrieving and delivering products. The successful candidate will work closely with peers and supervisors and must have strong communication skills and basic computer knowledge. Attendance and punctuality are essential. Responsibilities Assist in loading and unloading products using pallet jacks and forklifts. Backfill other team activities, including material requisition and receiving. Work efficiently and productively without direct supervision. Use computers and/or tablets to log warehouse movements. Pull orders, scan products using a system via tablet, and match SKUs with attention to detail. Unload and load trucks and forklifts. Assist at a nearby warehouse as needed. Find tasks independently when workload is slow, maintain productivity during busy times. Essential Skills Material handling experience, including picking and packing. Forklift operation (sit-down and stand-up) with at least 3 months experience. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Basic warehouse and receiving process knowledge. Ability to produce quality work at a fast pace while standing all day. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and efficiently. Detail-oriented and organized with strong attention to safety. Professional demeanor with co-workers, suppliers, and customers. Proficiency in reading, writing, and comprehending English. Ability to use a hand truck and pallet jack. Additional Skills & Qualifications Must be able to utilize tablets and/or computers. Basic math skills. HIGH attention to detail. Why Work Here? Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, PTO, and paid holidays. After a waiting period, life insurance and a 401k with up to a 4% match are available. The Material Handler role offers full-time work in dynamic Seattle warehouses with a workforce and a vibrant workplace culture. Opportunities for career growth include moving to new sites and taking on leadership roles. Our diverse workforce values transparency, with a CEO who is onsite daily and a company newsletter. Employees enjoy quarterly lunches with awards and have the opportunity to patent their ideas. Work Environment The work environment offers a variety of shifts: the day shift runs from 6:00 am to 2:30 pm, and the swing shift from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, Monday through Friday. There are abundant opportunities for career advancement in sales, production, and customer service. The company provides full benefits, with options for 100% employee-paid benefits and a 4% 401k match. The team is diverse, with many women on site, and offers a supportive community where people stay long-term. Regular communication through newsletters and direct interaction with the CEO fosters a transparent and inclusive atmosphere. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 Seattle,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026. 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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. Company Description 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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Keywords: Aerotek, Bellevue , Material Handler, Logistics, Transportation & Drivers , Seattle, Washington