Job Description

Material Handler (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Lexington, KY

Shift: 2nd Shift | Monday–Thursday, 8:00 PM – 6:30 AM

Pay: $18.00/hr + $0.50/hr shift premium

Type: Full-Time | 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

Looking to get your foot in the door with a company that values hard work and offers long-term opportunity? We’re hiring Material Handlers for a contract-to-hire role—meaning if you show up, work hard, and do well, this can become a full-time permanent position.

You’ll start with 1–2 weeks of paid training on 1st shift before moving to your regular 2nd shift schedule with premium pay and long weekends (only work 4 days a week).

Responsibilities:

• Move raw materials from warehouse to production
• Unload trucks and organize materials in designated areas
• Perform inventory transfers and maintain stock accuracy
• Replenish finished goods from production to warehouse
• Operate a forklift (certification provided if needed)
• Support physical inventory counts
• Follow safety and company procedures

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred
• Comfortable using computers and basic math
• Able to lift and move materials throughout the shift
• Willing to become forklift certified

Why Apply?

• Contract-to-hire: prove yourself and earn a permanent position
• Weekly pay and shift premium
• 4-day workweek = long weekends
• Stable company with room for growth

Apply today and take the first step toward a long-term career.

HRU is an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)

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You should be proficient in:

• Shipping/Receiving
• Warehouse Experience
• Material Handler Experience
• Forklift Licensed
• Meets Physical Requirements
• High School / GED
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Basic Computer Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• RF Scanner
• Conveyor Systems
• Forklifts