Job ID: LB347308114
Location: Hartland, WI
Category: Industrial & Manufacturing
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 11/06/2026
Material Handler – 2nd Shift | $22–$26/hr | Monday–Thursday | Temp-to-Hire
What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay: $22.00–$26.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 4:15 PM–2:45 AM
- Location: Waukesha County, WI
- Employment Type: Temp-to-hire opportunity with potential for direct hire
- Weekly Pay: With direct deposit or pay card for eligible temporary associates
- When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision and medical insurance as well as 401(k), direct deposit and our referral bonus program.
Job Description
An established manufacturing company in Waukesha County is seeking an experienced 2nd Shift Material Handler to support production operations and maintain accurate inventory records. This position is responsible for preparing, staging, and transporting raw materials to production workstations while ensuring equipment has the supplies needed for uninterrupted operations. The ideal candidate has forklift experience, strong computer skills, and excellent attention to detail. This is a production-focused material handling position, not a traditional shipping and receiving warehouse role.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, transport, and stage raw materials and packaging supplies according to production schedules and work orders.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment to move and replenish materials throughout the facility.
- Maintain accurate inventory records using ERP systems and handheld scanning devices, including material transfers, labeling, and storage locations.
- Perform material and color changeovers, including mixing materials and operating or cleaning dryers, blenders, and grinders.
- Monitor production material levels, assist with physical inventory counts, and report material shortages or quality concerns.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- 1–2 years of warehouse or material handling experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Previous forklift operating experience required.
- Strong computer skills and ability to accurately maintain electronic inventory records.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to read and follow work instructions, communicate effectively in English, and perform basic math calculations.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Ability to repeatedly lift up to 60 pounds throughout the shift.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, crouch, and perform other physical activities required by the position.
- Comfortable working around moving machinery, elevated noise levels, and varying temperatures.
- Availability to work Monday–Thursday, 4:15 PM–2:45 AM, with overtime as needed.
- Must successfully complete required pre-employment background screening and drug testing.
Benefits and Perks:
- Competitive pay of $22.00–$26.00 per hour, based on experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance eligibility.
- 401(k) eligibility.
- Weekly pay with direct deposit or pay card for eligible temporary associates.
- Referral bonus program for eligible associates.
- Opportunity for temp-to-hire placement, with possible direct hire.
- Hands-on manufacturing experience and opportunities to develop inventory control skills.
Your New Organization:
Join an established manufacturing company in Waukesha County that values teamwork, accuracy, and dependable production support. This hands-on work environment offers an opportunity to contribute to daily manufacturing operations while developing valuable material handling and inventory control experience.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
Compensation Statement:
The base pay range for this position is $22.00–$26.00 per hour, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.
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