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Aerotek

Material Handler Forklift

Aerotek, Le Sueur, Minnesota, United States, 56058

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Job Title: Material Handler Floorperson

Job Description

As a Material Handler Floorperson, you will place and retrieve products from designated areas using forklifts and other material handling equipment to meet production and customer needs. You will prepare materials for production by identifying, mixing, measuring, weighing, marking, labeling, counting, blending, tracking, calculating shot weight, recording, inspecting, verifying, packaging, and palletizing a wide variety of products or materials. Additionally, you will operate dryers at correct temperatures to prepare raw materials and ensure the correct moisture levels using a moisture analyzer. Maintaining the cleanliness of material handling equipment is essential to prevent contamination. You will also periodically check forklifts and other equipment for proper operation and may perform routine maintenance and cleaning. The role demands a commitment to quality and the flexibility to modify your work schedule and duties to accommodate company needs.

Responsibilities

Place and retrieve products from designated areas using forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Prepare materials for production by identifying which materials are needed and mixing them to job specifications.

Measure, weigh, mark, label, count, blend, track, calculate shot weight, record, inspect, verify, package, and palletize products or materials.

Operate dryers at the correct temperatures to prepare raw materials and ensure correct moisture levels.

Maintain cleanliness of material handling equipment to prevent contamination.

Check forklifts and other equipment periodically for proper operation and perform routine maintenance and cleaning.

Resolve unusual operating conditions and modify work schedule and duties as needed.

Essential Skills

Materials handling experience

Basic computer and math skills

Six months of forklift experience

Ability to read and understand English language work instructions

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred: One year forklift experience in a warehouse setting

Ability to manually lift and move products up to 55 lbs.

Ability to perform physical tasks such as reaching, lifting, carrying, crouching, bending, and climbing ladders and stairs

Why Work Here?

40% of the workforce has been with the company for over 25 years, indicating a very low turnover rate. The safety rating is 31% better than the Minnesota standard safety rating. Employees enjoy 10 paid holidays after going direct, ample opportunities for advancement, and 100% tuition reimbursement after one year of employment. Overtime is available, and there are 15+ different departments to choose from.

Work Environment

The work environment includes two buildings for material handlers. One is a typical factory setting, while the other can be warm during the summer. Employees must wear metatarsal boots and safety glasses unless directed otherwise. The dress code is casual, but shorts and cut-off sleeves are not allowed. Tasks may require wearing additional Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hearing protection, protective eyewear, gloves, and protective footwear.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Le Sueur, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $21.75/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 Le Sueur,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 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.