Outbound (Ship And Receiving)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Outbound Shipping and Receiving Associate
Job Description

This role focuses on efficiently loading outbound tractor trailers with small to medium-sized boxes and preparing palletized orders for shipment. You will work in a fast-paced, high-volume distribution environment where speed, accuracy, and effective use of trailer space are essential. The position operates primarily on a first-shift schedule with regular opportunities for overtime.

Responsibilities

• Load outbound tractor trailers with small to medium-sized boxes while maximizing available space and maintaining a high level of speed and efficiency.
• Build pallets for larger orders using small to medium-sized boxes, ensuring stability and proper stacking for safe transport.
• Shrink wrap completed pallets to secure products for freight loading and prevent damage during transit.
• Perform general labor tasks related to outbound shipping and receiving, including handling packages on and off automated conveyor systems.
• Assist with picking and staging orders as needed to support overall outbound operations.
• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently, following established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Remain on your feet for the majority of the shift while performing repetitive lifting, moving, and positioning of boxes.
• Work a standard first-shift schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and be flexible to work extended hours between 5:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. during the week, as well as additional days on Saturday and/or Sunday as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with facility standards.
• Meet or exceed productivity and quality expectations while working at a pace similar to large automated distribution facilities.

Essential Skills

• Experience loading and unloading trucks in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to build pallets accurately and securely using small to medium-sized boxes.
• Proficiency with shrink wrapping pallets to prepare freight for shipment.
• Capability to perform general labor tasks, including lifting, carrying, and moving boxes throughout the shift.
• Comfort working on your feet for the vast majority of the shift in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment with automated conveyor systems.
• Flexibility to work 50–60 hours per week, including overtime during weekdays and potential weekend shifts.
• Strong focus on speed, efficiency, and maximizing use of space when loading trailers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in outbound shipping, receiving, or a similar warehouse role.
• Familiarity with automated conveyor systems and high-paced distribution operations.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and standard operating processes consistently.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate order handling and trailer loading.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity allows you to build a strong, reliable work history in a busy, high-demand environment, creating potential for continued employment beyond peak seasons. You gain experience in a modern, automated distribution setting while working consistent first-shift hours with regular overtime opportunities. The culture values reliability, strong work ethic, and performance, providing a solid foundation for long-term career growth in warehousing and logistics.

Work Environment

The role is based in a non-climate-controlled distribution facility that operates similarly to large e-commerce warehouses, with automated conveyor systems and a fast-paced workflow. You will spend most of your shift on your feet, handling small to medium-sized boxes and working around active loading docks and freight areas. Standard hours are on first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime occurring as extended weekday hours from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and potential additional days on Saturday and/or Sunday. The dress code is casual and practical, allowing tennis shoes, shorts, and T-shirts, suitable for physical, warehouse-based work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Midway, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $16.00/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 Midway,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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.

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.

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.