Job Title: Warehouse Operator
Job Description
As a Warehouse Operator, you play a key role in a large, global logistics network, ensuring the accurate and efficient handling of products and freight in a busy warehouse environment. You support order fulfillment, inbound and outbound freight activities, documentation, quality control, and safety compliance while contributing to a respectful, team-oriented culture.
Responsibilities
Pick, scan, label, stage, and replenish products using pallet jacks and other warehouse tools to support accurate and timely order fulfillment.
Package, band, shrink-wrap, and label products in accordance with specific client requirements to ensure proper presentation and protection.
Load and unload freight from vehicles and containers, handling materials safely and efficiently.
Sort freight by size and destination to support smooth and organized warehouse operations.
Reconcile driver pickup and delivery manifests to ensure accurate documentation of inbound and outbound shipments.
Read and decode freight codes to expedite product movement and minimize delays.
Label, weigh, and dimensionalize freight to maintain precise records and support billing and logistics processes.
Inspect shipments for damage or misrouting and accurately record any issues to support quality control and resolution.
Follow all safety protocols, maintain a clean and orderly workspace, and comply with company policies and OSHA standards.
Safely operate and maintain warehouse equipment, including pallet jacks and forklifts where applicable, and promptly report any equipment issues.
Use RF scanners and related technology to track inventory, support picking activities, and maintain accurate records.
Perform general labor tasks such as packing, inventory handling, production support, loading, and material handling.
Support shipping and receiving activities by preparing orders, verifying counts, and organizing products for dispatch.
Maintain reliable attendance, remain attentive and productive throughout shifts, and adapt to schedule changes or overtime as needed.
Demonstrate professionalism and respect toward leadership and coworkers, and actively contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.
Assist with basic maintenance and cleanup activities to keep the warehouse safe, organized, and efficient.
Perform other duties as assigned to support overall warehouse operations and customer requirements.
Essential Skills
Ability to work effectively in a warehouse environment with frequent walking, standing, and bending.
Capability to lift, push, and pull between 21 and 50 pounds on a repetitive basis, with occasional reaching, squatting, and kneeling.
Basic experience or familiarity with warehouse operations, including packing, inventory handling, production support, loading, and material handling.
Ability to safely use pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to move and stage products.
Comfort with repetitive lifting and loading and unloading products throughout the shift.
Experience or ability to perform picking and order picking tasks with attention to accuracy and detail.
Ability to use RF scanners for picking, inventory, and shipping and receiving activities.
Good interpersonal skills to work cooperatively with supervisors, coworkers, and drivers.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Generally 0-2 years of experience; entry-level candidates are welcome.
Warehouse experience is preferred but not strictly required.
Ability to maintain reliable attendance and adapt to overtime and schedule changes as needed.
Commitment to following safety protocols and complying with OSHA standards and company policies.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Prior experience as a warehouse associate or general laborer is an advantage.
Experience with forklift operation, including sit-down forklifts, is beneficial.
Experience in shipping and receiving processes is a plus.
Experience using pallet jacks in a warehouse or logistics environment is preferred.
Contract-to-hire opportunity contingent on meeting performance and attendance expectations.
Strong attention to detail when reading and decoding freight codes, labeling, weighing, and dimensionalizing freight.
Ability to inspect shipments for damage or misrouting and document findings accurately.
Willingness to assist with maintenance and cleanup tasks to support a clean and organized facility.
Why Work Here?
You join a supportive logistics organization that values your growth, safety, and well-being. You can earn up to three weeks of vacation over your first year, along with holidays and sick days, supporting a healthy work-life balance. You receive full health insurance coverage from day one, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs, as well as health advocacy support for you and your family. The company invests in your professional development through continual training and career advancement opportunities, aligning your success with the organization's success. Safety is a priority, and protective gear is provided to help you work confidently. Additional financial security comes through company-paid life insurance, company-paid short-term and long-term disability, and access to a 401(k) option.
Work Environment
This is an entry-level warehouse role within a logistics facility. You work on your feet for much of the shift, with frequent walking, standing, bending, and occasional reaching, squatting, or kneeling. The environment involves regular lifting, pushing, and pulling of 21-50 pounds and handling a variety of freight and materials. You use equipment such as pallet jacks, RF scanners, and potentially forklifts and sit-down trucks, while supporting picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and general labor tasks. Shifts are structured and include options such as Sunday-Wednesday nights, Wednesday-Saturday days, and Wednesday-Saturday nights, with overtime possible based on business needs. The facility emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to OSHA standards, and provides protective gear to help you work safely. You collaborate with a diverse team, rely on good interpersonal communication, and operate in a culture that values respect, professionalism, and teamwork.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burbank, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $22.50/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 Burbank,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.
