Job Title: Warehouse Associate
Job Description
The Warehouse Associate supports efficient order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and preparing products for shipment while maintaining organized inventory and a clean, safe work area. This role uses shipping software and warehouse equipment to process high-volume orders at a steady pace and ensure shipments meet company quality standards.
Responsibilities
Pick and pack products for customer orders according to company standards for accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
Prepare shipments by generating and attaching shipping labels, bills of lading, and packing slips using company systems.
Use UPS, FedEx, and LTL shipping software and equipment to process and complete outbound shipments.
Check inventory for damages and report or remove damaged items according to procedures.
Monitor and manage stock levels to support timely order fulfillment and reduce stock discrepancies.
Organize and maintain the warehouse area so that products, materials, and supplies are easy to locate and access.
Follow all safety regulations and standard operating procedures while performing daily tasks.
Operate warehouse machinery and equipment, such as pallet jacks and RF scanners, in a safe and efficient manner.
Use RF scanners to locate, pick, and record inventory movements accurately in the system.
Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including unloading, staging, and verifying incoming materials.
Perform general material handling tasks, including moving, stacking, and organizing products and pallets.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and hazard-free work area throughout the shift.
Handle high-volume orders while maintaining strong attention to detail and working at a brisk, consistent pace.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of experience in warehousing functions such as inventory, picking, packing, shipping, and receiving.
Proficiency in basic computer use and the ability to work with shipping systems, including UPS, FedEx, and LTL software.
Demonstrated experience with inventory control and warehouse inventory processes.
Ability to use RF scanners for order picking, inventory tracking, and data entry.
Hands-on experience with order picking, packing, and packaging in a warehouse environment.
Ability to operate pallet jacks and perform general material handling tasks safely.
Capability to lift up to 30 lbs on a regular basis.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy while handling high-volume orders.
Ability to work at a brisk pace while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Experience in shipping and receiving operations, including preparing shipments and verifying incoming goods.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Forklift experience is preferred and considered a strong asset.
Experience working in a small, tight-knit warehouse team environment.
Familiarity with climate-controlled warehouse operations.
Comfort working with a variety of shipping carriers and methods, including parcel and LTL freight.
Why Work Here?
You will join a laid-back, supportive environment with very friendly people and a genuinely positive culture. The warehouse team operates as a tight-knit group where collaboration and respect are part of everyday work. This role offers the opportunity to build a long-term career path within a stable operation that values reliability, teamwork, and steady growth.
Work Environment
This position is based in a climate-controlled warehouse section within a combined production and office facility. You will work closely with a small, tight-knit warehouse team that emphasizes cooperation and mutual support. The role uses tools such as RF scanners, pallet jacks, and computer-based shipping systems, including UPS, FedEx, and LTL software. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing consistent daytime hours in a stable and organized setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Lenexa,KS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
