PIT Operator

Job Description

Job Description

P IT OPERATOR / MATERIAL HANDLER
Automation Personnel Services is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Pit Operator / Material Handler to join a growing manufacturing company in Huntsville, AL. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced material-handling equipment in a fast-paced, industry-leading environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to support production operations efficiently and accurately.

Pay Rate
$20- $22 an hour based on experience

Schedule and Hours
2-2-3 work schedule

6:00 AM- 6:00 PM

6:00 PM- 6:00 AM

Must work weekends

P it Operator / Material Handler Operator Duties and Responsibilities
• Safely operate pit equipment, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling machinery to move, load, and stage raw materials and finished products.
• Monitor and maintain material flow into production lines by ensuring proper placement, replenishment, and removal of materials throughout the shift.• Inspect finished parts for accuracy and conformance to specifications using measuring tools such as calipers and gauges.
• Perform routine inspections on equipment to identify mechanical issues, ensure proper functioning, and report any maintenance needs promptly.

• Accurately track, label, and document inventory using scanners, computer systems, or production logs to maintain precise material records.

• Collaborate with production, shipping, and quality teams to coordinate material needs, prevent downtime, and support overall workflow efficiency.

Pit Operator / Material Handler Qualifications and Requirements
• Minimum of 6 years of recent, verifiable pit operating experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.

• Proficient in operating tugger, sit-down forklift, and stand-up forklift with a strong safety record.

• Ability to read and follow production schedules, work orders, and inventory documentation with strong attention to detail.

• Knowledge of material-handling best practices and safety procedures, including proper loading, stacking, and movement of materials.
• Capability to lift and move materials up to required weight limits, and perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Capability to lift 50lbs or more

Job Type

Temp to perm

Benefits
• Weekly Pay
• Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours
• 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours

401(k) Retirement Plan
Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401K matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates.

Interested in this job?
CLICK the APPLY NOW button or call us at 256.533.5627 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at:

Automation Personnel Services Huntsville Branch
7696 Highway 72 West
Suite 340
Madison, AL 35758

Bonus Opportunity!
We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout.

About Automation Personnel Services
Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing. Our accolades include:
• 10-time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-2025).
• Winner of the ClearlyRated® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-2025).
• Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association.
• Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine.
• Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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