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Material HandlerAerotek • Newport News,VA,23601,USA
Material Handler

Material Handler

Aerotek • Newport News,VA,23601,USA
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Material Handler

Location : Newport News, VA (On‑Site)

Type : Contract‑to‑Hire

Pay Rate : $17.50–$18.00 / hr

Shifts :

  • 1st Shift : 4 : 00 AM – 12 : 30 PM
  • 2nd Shift : 12 : 00 PM – 8 : 30 PM
  • 3rd Shift : 8 : 00 PM – 4 : 30 AM ( $0.50 shift differential )

About the Role

We are hiring Material Handlers to support production operations in a refrigerated facility. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands‑on work, fast‑paced environments, and contributing directly to production efficiency. You will play an important role in keeping equipment supplied, ensuring smooth bottle handling processes, and assisting production teams as needed.

What You’ll Do

  • Move materials between machine stations to support production flow.
  • Set up, adjust, and operate bottle‑handling equipment, labelers, and similar machinery.
  • Maintain clean work areas and equipment.
  • Check product codes and labels during change‑overs for accuracy.
  • Monitor equipment, clear jams, and reroute jugs when necessary.
  • Maintain jug supply and communicate trailer needs to supervisors.
  • Keep machines operating smoothly leading into the bagging process.
  • Operate the bagging machine when production is paused.
  • Report issues to supervisors or leads promptly.
  • Support maintenance teams when equipment is down.
  • Follow proper safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
  • Work weekends, overtime, and holidays as required.

    • What You Bring

  • Experience in material handling, general labor, or production environments.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work as part of a team.
  • Ability to lift, move, and handle materials throughout the shift.
  • Ability to work in refrigerated conditions and around common food-production allergens.
  • Reliability and willingness to learn new equipment and processes.

    • Preferred Skills

  • Experience with loading / unloading.
  • Familiarity with packaging or general warehouse work.
  • Comfort using hand tools or basic mechanical skills.

    • Why This Role Stands Out

  • Contract‑to‑hire with long‑term opportunities.
  • Growth potential within the organization.
  • Once hired permanently, access to :

    • Health, dental, and vision benefits

  • Retirement plan options
  • Stable schedule with consistent weekly hours.

    • Work Environment

  • Refrigerated production area.
  • Exposure to dairy and other common allergens.
  • Fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

    • Hiring Notes

  • Requires drug screening (5‑panel oral test).
  • Requires a 7‑year screening.
  • Interviews conducted with HR and plant management.
  • Tuesday start dates for onboarding classes.

    • Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $18.00 / 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 Newport News,VA.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 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.

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