Shipping Clerk

Job Title: Shipping Associate I

Job Description

The Shipping Associate I prepares and packages products for shipment, ensures shipping paperwork is accurate, and helps get orders out on time. This role supports smooth, high-quality deliveries in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Review job travelers, material certifications, and shipping documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, and conformance with all customer and internal requirements.

• Check orders for special labeling, packaging, and documentation requirements.

• Pack products securely using the appropriate boxes, labels, and materials.

• Monitor the daily shipping queue to keep orders moving on time.

• Wrap, strap, label, and prepare pallets for carrier pickup.

• Communicate potential shipping delays to supervisors and team members.

• Provide shipment updates and pickup status as needed.

• Deliver urgent shipments to local carrier hubs when necessary.

• Enter shipping data and maintain accurate records.

• Support shipping, receiving, and other team operations as needed.

• Safely handle materials and operate pallet jacks and related equipment.

• Assist with additional tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Essential Skills

• Experience using MRP/ERP software systems for shipping and inventory-related tasks.

• Ability to package sensitive parts in a safe and secure manner.

• Manufacturing shipping and receiving experience.

• Familiar with UPS, FedEx, DHL, and ERP/MRP systems.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Strong data entry, organization, and attention to detail.

• Able to safely operate pallet jacks and handle materials.

• Strong communication, multitasking, and time management skills in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Additional related training and education in logistics, supply chain, or manufacturing is preferred.

• Experience with inventory control processes and systems.

• Experience in shipping and receiving in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• Familiarity with pick processes and order fulfillment workflows.

• Comfort working with various shipping carriers and their documentation requirements.

Why Work Here?

You join a team-focused environment that values accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement in its shipping operations. The organization supports your growth through exposure to modern shipping systems, MRP/ERP tools, and cross-functional collaboration with other departments. You contribute directly to customer satisfaction by ensuring on-time, high-quality shipments, while working in a setting that encourages initiative, clear communication, and professional development.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing-based shipping environment that is fast-paced, time-sensitive, and high volume. You work with pallets, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment while preparing products for shipment. Daily tasks involve using shipping software for UPS, FedEx, and DHL, as well as MRP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications to manage documentation and shipping queues. The position requires regular review of shipping documents, material certifications, and job travelers, as well as coordination with second shift supervisors and carriers regarding pending pickups. The environment emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork while handling sensitive parts and preparing pallets for carrier pickup.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milpitas, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Milpitas,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.