**Job Title: Material Handler** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Material Handler to join our team on a 3rd shift from 5am to 5:30pm, Friday to Sunday, or a 2nd shift from 3:30pm to 2:30pm. This role involves operating mechanical forklifts, pallet jacks, and stock picker lift trucks, as well as handling RF Scanners and working efficiently on both the Receiving and Shipping docks. **Responsibilities** + Operate mechanical forklifts, pallet jacks, and stock picker lift trucks. + Maintain and operate RF Scanner (handheld warehouse computer). + Select customer orders accurately and timely. + Complete work order sheets accurately. + Work on both Receiving and Shipping docks as needed. + Unload trucks and validate deliveries against appropriate documentation, notifying supervisor or FSQ of discrepancies. + Unload meat trucks, complete weighing and temperature reviews of each pallet, and document measurements, notifying Supervisor or FSQ of discrepancies. + Ensure products are correctly labeled and identified for proper storing and use. + Distribute received items to the appropriate person or department. + Pick daily shipments, verify counts, wrap or stack pallets neatly for pick-ups, and mark accordingly to customer, transportation, and location of shipment. + Load finished goods onto trailers within specified timeframes. + Maintain accurate inventory of finished products and supplies in the warehouse. + Safely operate Forklift, the person, and/or Strait Truck. + Follow daily production schedules and achieve specified goals. + Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) training, along with company pre-requisite programs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOPs). + Clean and maintain warehouse floors and facilities as needed. + Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary. + Follow set company and OSHA safety rules, regulations, and guidelines at all times. **Essential Skills** + Forklift operation + Material handling + Inventory management + RF Scanner operation + Loading and packaging + Pallet jack usage + Order picking and packing + General labor + Production + Shipping and receiving **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High School Diploma or GED, preferred + 1-3 months related manufacturing or food experience, preferred + Knowledge of warehouse and lift trucks + Basic knowledge of supply chain, purchasing, materials, and/or manufacturing + Knowledge of SAP + Excellent attendance and dependability + Ability to work in a fast-paced environment + Attention to detail **Why Work Here?** Join a dynamic team where safety and efficiency are prioritized, and personal growth is encouraged. Experience a collaborative environment that offers opportunities for advancement and a supportive work culture. **Work Environment** The work environment is a plant/office setting with varying temperatures and noise levels. Employees may be exposed to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. Physical demands include standing, walking, using hands to handle or feel, lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds regularly, and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision. Travel may be required. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mankato, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.55 - $20.80/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 Mankato,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 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.