Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Job Description
The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for ensuring that all orders are accurately pulled, packed, converted, shipped, loaded, and received in a timely manner and without visible damage or defects. This role supports efficient warehouse operations by handling materials safely, maintaining accurate records, and delivering excellent internal and external customer service.
Responsibilities
Unpack pallets by safely and efficiently removing materials and placing them in designated areas.
Sort materials by @type or category as they come off pallets to maintain organized inventory and streamlined workflow.
Label items accurately with the correct product and shipping information to support traceability and error-free order fulfillment.
Maintain workflow by completing tasks with a strong sense of urgency, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Follow instructions and work assignments provided by supervisors, ensuring tasks are completed as directed.
Perform general warehouse tasks, including cleaning and organizing work areas, to maintain a safe and orderly environment.
Transport goods and supplies into and around the warehouse to support on-time delivery of orders.
Operate various material handling equipment to store, move, and record goods and supplies according to established procedures.
Perform basic inventory control tasks, including checking quantities, quality, and availability of items against records.
Follow mandatory procedures and quality standards to ensure all work meets required specifications and compliance expectations.
Adhere to health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures to identify and mitigate risks to oneself and others.
Use warehouse operating systems to receive and process orders, print documentation, and locate inventory on the warehouse floor.
Participate in training, assessments, and development planning to maintain and improve warehouse and material handling skills.
Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned to support overall warehouse operations.
Essential Skills
Experience with material handling, including safely moving, lifting, and transporting goods within a warehouse environment.
Proficiency in order picking, including pulling, packing, and preparing orders accurately for shipment.
Ability to use warehouse operating systems to receive orders, print documentation, and locate inventory.
Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate labeling, sorting, and inventory control.
Capability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to established procedures and quality standards.
Basic inventory control skills, including checking quantities, quality, and availability against records.
Commitment to following health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
Ability to work with a sense of urgency while maintaining accuracy and quality.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience using various material handling equipment in a warehouse setting.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume distribution or warehouse environment.
Willingness to participate in ongoing training, professional development, and coaching.
Ability to collaborate with team members and support a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
Why Work Here?
You will join an engaging and inclusive culture that supports employee-led resource groups and recognition programs, creating a strong sense of community and belonging. The organization invests heavily in its people through extensive training, professional development programs, clear career pathing, and mentorship opportunities. You will work in a collaborative environment that partners with customers and suppliers to build healthier, safer, and more sustainable communities through responsible operations and innovative solutions. Employees benefit from comprehensive healthcare options, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement, along with medical and retirement benefits, on-the-job training, skill development, and paid vacation and holidays.
Work Environment
This role is based in a warehouse environment that is regularly non-climate-controlled, with potential exposure to cold, heat, damp, or humid conditions. You may encounter loud noise, dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles while performing your duties. The position involves regular use of material handling equipment and warehouse operating systems to manage inventory and process orders. The work setting emphasizes safety, adherence to health and environmental policies, and maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, KS.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.18 - $21.18/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 Kansas City,KS.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
