Job Information
Aerotek Material Handler in Poway, California
Job Title: Material Handler
Job Description
The Material Handler supports a busy manufacturing and warehouse operation by accurately pulling parts, stocking production lines, and moving inventory between warehouse, manufacturing, and storage areas. This role works in a fast-paced, ongoing production environment and helps ensure that assemblers have the correct materials prepared and ready each day.
Responsibilities
Pull parts from the warehouse and deliver them to the manufacturing line according to daily production requirements.
Stock and replenish the production line so assemblers have all required materials ready at the start of and throughout the shift.
Build carts and loading stations with the correct parts and quantities to support daily assembly operations.
Transport inventory between warehouse, manufacturing, and storage areas using appropriate material handling equipment.
Use an RF scan gun connected to the ERP system to accurately scan, track, and update inventory movements.
Determine and stage the exact amount of parts needed each day for production, following Kanban and other inventory control methods.
Fulfill and replace damaged parts to ensure production is not disrupted.
Handle small, light parts and occasionally move heavier items, including a component weighing up to 57 pounds, using safe lifting techniques and equipment.
Operate a forklift in a safe and efficient manner to move materials as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area within the warehouse and manufacturing spaces.
Work collaboratively with a small team to meet performance, accuracy, and attendance expectations in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Skills
Experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
Forklift operation experience and current or prior forklift certification.
Hands-on experience using RF scanners for inventory tracking.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-activity setting with ongoing tasks.
Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate part counts and inventory movements.
Capability to handle small parts and occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 57 pounds safely.
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic to support daily production needs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience working in a manufacturing environment is highly preferred.
Familiarity with ERP systems for inventory and production tracking is a plus.
Comfort working with Kanban or similar inventory management methods.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a small team.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a busy setting.
Why Work Here?
You will join a busy, production-focused operation where your work has a direct impact on keeping manufacturing running smoothly. The environment values reliability, teamwork, and continuous activity, offering the opportunity to build practical skills in material handling, inventory control, and manufacturing support. You will work closely with a small team, allowing you to contribute meaningfully each day and develop your experience with warehouse technologies and processes.
Work Environment
This role is based in a busy manufacturing and warehouse facility in Poway. The environment is fast-paced, with continuous movement of small, light parts and occasional handling of heavier items using proper equipment. You will work closely with a small team in a production-focused setting that relies on forklifts, RF scan guns, and an ERP system to manage inventory and material flow. The workspace includes both warehouse and manufacturing areas, requiring comfort with being on your feet, moving throughout the facility, and working around active production lines.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 Poway,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 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.