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Materials Handler

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TemporaryAlpharetta, GeorgiaOn-site$17.50/hr
Posted Wednesday, 3/4/2026

Acara Solutions is Hiring a Materials Handler!

Location: Alpharetta, GA
Schedule: Full-Time | 1st Shift | 40 Hours/Week
Pay Rate: $17.50/hour
Employment Type: Temporary (9–12 Months)

Overview

Acara Solutions is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Materials Handler to support warehouse operations for a manufacturing client in Alpharetta, GA. This role focuses on coordinating warehouse activities, managing training equipment and simulators, and ensuring accurate shipping and receiving operations.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in shipping and receiving, warehouse logistics, and equipment handling, along with the ability to maintain accurate records and support daily warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

Shipping & Receiving

  • Receive incoming shipments and verify against shipping documentation.

  • Coordinate outgoing shipments and ensure correct shipping documentation is included.

  • Inspect incoming goods for visible damage and document findings.

  • Maintain accurate records in logistics and data processing systems.

  • Package deliveries according to shipping instructions and safety requirements.

  • Manage the storage, acceptance, and removal of goods in warehouse storage areas.

Warehouse Operations

  • Use warehouse equipment such as walk-behind forklifts and hand trucks to move materials.

  • Maintain warehouse organization and stock levels.

  • Conduct regular inventory counts and stock maintenance.

  • Maintain shipping supplies and packaging materials.

  • Pick equipment based on bills of material and prepare outbound shipments.

  • Schedule outbound pallet shipments.

Equipment Management

  • Assemble equipment deliveries and verify completeness.

  • Build and maintain training equipment and simulators according to specifications.

  • Update, repair, and maintain equipment as needed.

  • Build and maintain PC/laptop images.

  • Track equipment location and hardware/software revisions.

Operational Support

  • Respond quickly to shipping or equipment issues.

  • Capture logistics data in company systems.

  • Coordinate shipping logistics between customers and carriers.

  • Assist with training new warehouse personnel when needed.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in shipping and receiving

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

  • Forklift experience

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

  • Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

  • Experience maintaining warehouse inventory and logistics systems

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay

  • Consistent 40-hour work schedule

  • Opportunity to gain experience with a leading manufacturing client

  • Hands-on experience with logistics coordination and equipment management

  • Opportunity to build experience in warehouse and operational logistics