Unloader

Job Title: Unloader Job Description

The Unloader safely unloads incoming shipments, verifies and documents cargo, and moves freight to designated storage locations in a warehouse environment. This role focuses on accurate inventory handling, efficient use of warehouse space, and maintaining proper stock rotation while using material-handling equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Unload shipments from trucks or containers safely and efficiently, often using forklifts or pallet jacks.

• Count, weigh, and inspect incoming cargo to identify any damage, shortages, or overages.

• Verify shipping documentation against manifests and promptly report any discrepancies.

• Move freight to assigned storage locations in the warehouse, ensuring safe handling and placement.

• Maximize warehouse space by storing items properly on racks or in designated ready rows.

• Maintain accurate inventory records, including performing cycle counts and participating in physical inventories.

• Ensure proper stock rotation so that products are used in the correct order and minimize obsolescence.

• Update inventory adjustments when discrepancies or changes in stock levels occur.

• Follow all warehouse safety procedures and guidelines while operating equipment and handling materials.

• Collaborate with loading, picking, and inventory activities to support smooth warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks for unloading and moving freight.

• Capability to perform heavy lifting as needed in a warehouse setting.

• Strong attention to detail when counting, weighing, and inspecting cargo.

• Ability to accurately verify documentation against manifests and report discrepancies.

• Basic inventory control skills, including maintaining records and performing counts.

• Understanding of proper stock rotation practices.

• Commitment to following warehouse safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse or distribution environment.

• Familiarity with loading, picking, and general material-handling operations.

• Comfort using basic inventory systems or handheld devices to track stock.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from additional pay opportunities, including time-and-a-half during peak periods, as well as the chance to work in a dynamic warehouse environment where efficiency, safety, and teamwork are valued.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse environment that involves regular handling of freight, operation of forklifts and pallet jacks, and movement throughout storage areas and racks. The position may require heavy lifting at times and working during peak periods when volume is higher. Employees follow established safety protocols and work around standard warehouse equipment and materials.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Independence,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.