Job Title: Warehouse Worker
Job Description
This role involves standing for extended periods and performing repetitive tasks to ensure packages are correctly oriented with labels facing up as they move through automated sorting machinery. You will help maintain an even flow of packages through two sorters, supporting efficient receiving, storage, order fulfillment, and shipping operations in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Responsibilities
Ensure packages are properly oriented with labels facing up as they move along the conveyor and through sorting machines, maintaining a steady and even flow between two sorters.
Unload incoming shipments promptly, using appropriate equipment as needed, and inspect products for visible damage, shortages, or discrepancies.
Verify incoming quantities against purchase orders and record any damages or shortages according to established procedures.
Correctly store inventory in designated zones, organizing items in the stockroom or warehouse for efficient storage and easy retrieval.
Accurately pick, pack, crate, and seal outgoing customer orders based on work orders or pick tickets and in line with company standards.
Generate and apply shipping labels, packing slips, and bills of lading, ensuring all documentation is complete, accurate, and legible.
Track shipments and update records in real time to maintain accurate inventory and shipping information.
Safely load outbound products onto trucks and shipping containers, securing items to prevent damage during transit and supporting timely dispatch.
Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory control activities, including product rotation, physical audits, and cycle counts.
Coordinate with carriers by scheduling shipping pickups, communicating with truck drivers, and ensuring shipments leave the facility on time.
Support production and general warehouse labor tasks as needed to keep operations running smoothly.
Follow all safety guidelines and operational procedures while working around conveyors, sorters, and other warehouse equipment.
Essential Skills
Experience working in a warehouse or labor-intensive environment.
Ability to perform general labor tasks, including standing for long periods and repetitive motions.
Comfort working around conveyor systems, sorters, and other automated machinery.
Basic understanding of order picking, packing, and labeling processes.
Ability to accurately verify quantities and inspect products for damage or discrepancies.
Willingness to work 12-hour days and be available up to 7 days a week as required by operational needs.
Reliable work ethic with attention to detail when handling packages and documentation.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to safety procedures.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Previous warehouse experience, including receiving, shipping, or inventory management.
Background in machine operation, particularly in environments with conveyor and sorter systems.
Experience in high-volume environments such as e-commerce or parcel sorting facilities.
Familiarity with production workflows and general industrial labor tasks.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced setting with time-sensitive shipping schedules.
Why Work Here?
You will join a growing operation that is expanding through new logistics contracts, creating long-term opportunities for those who perform well. This is a contract-to-hire role, offering a clear pathway to permanent employment and career growth within the warehouse or shop. Employees benefit from strong company benefits, a clean and well-organized environment, and supportive leadership focused on safety, efficiency, and professional development.
Work Environment
The role is based in a clean, organized warehouse facility that focuses on conveyor and sorter integration, parcel and postal solutions, legacy system upgrades, and custom equipment design. You will work around advanced conveyor and high-accuracy sorter systems designed for e-commerce and logistics, as well as field-engineered machinery tailored to unique distribution challenges. The environment is fast-paced and production-oriented, with extended shifts of up to 12 hours and potential work across 7 days a week, requiring comfort with standing, repetitive tasks, and working near moving mechanical equipment while following all safety protocols.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbia, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Columbia,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 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.
