Shipping Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shipping Clerk

Job Description

The Shipping Clerk ensures that all outgoing shipments are accurately prepared, securely packaged, and compliant with customer and company delivery requirements. This role manages the full shipping process, including documentation, scheduling, and coordination with internal teams, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Pack and ship merchandise according to established procedures and standards.
• Ensure all parts are packaged properly to prevent damage during transit.
• Review and follow customer requirements or ATA SPEC 300 for special packaging sequences.
• Process air waybills and related shipping documentation, verifying all information for accuracy.
• Schedule carrier pickups as required to meet delivery timelines.
• Ensure all required documentation is packaged with parts before shipping.
• Scan and upload all documents and photos related to each sales order into the internal system.
• Communicate with the Pre-Ship Team regarding shipping-related issues or discrepancies when necessary.
• Handle special projects or additional duties as assigned.
• Perform material handling tasks such as picking, receiving, and inventory-related activities as needed.
• Lift and move packages and materials weighing up to 50 pounds in a safe manner.

Essential Skills

• Proven shipping experience in a warehouse, distribution, or shipping and receiving environment.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds safely and consistently.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving processes, including material handling and order picking.
• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Experience working with domestic and international shipping regulations.
• Knowledge of carrier computer systems such as FedEx, UPS, DHL, or similar platforms.
• Ability to use shipping programs and carrier software for label creation, documentation, and tracking.
• Proficiency working on a computer, including data entry and basic system navigation.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to check documentation and packaging for accuracy.
• Capability to work independently while communicating effectively with internal teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• HazMat training or certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and associated software, including inventory management systems, ShipStation, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience processing international shipments and understanding related documentation requirements.
• Exp in inventory control, receiving, or warehouse operations.
• Comfort working with digital imaging or document scanning tools.
• No aviation experience is required for this role.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, process-driven operation where clear procedures guide your work and support your success. The team values accuracy, reliability, and collaboration, offering the opportunity to build your shipping expertise with exposure to both domestic and international logistics. You can develop your skills with modern shipping systems and software in a structured environment that emphasizes safety, consistency, and professional growth.

Work Environment

This position operates in an air-conditioned work environment designed to support comfort and productivity throughout the day. Standard hours for the shipper role are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, providing a predictable and consistent schedule. You will work around typical warehouse and shipping equipment, including packaging materials, computers, scanners, and carrier systems such as FedEx, UPS, DHL, and related shipping software. The environment involves regular material handling, including lifting packages up to 50 pounds, while maintaining organized workstations and safe handling practices.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plant City, FL.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Plant City,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.