Shipping And Receiving Clerk

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk - 1st shift

Job Description

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk accurately receives, verifies, and labels incoming products, ensures all materials are properly documented and assigned to the correct site, and prepares items for timely shipment. This role uses warehouse equipment and computer systems to manage inventory, maintain accurate records, and support efficient e-fulfillment operations.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming products and match them against purchase orders to verify accuracy of items, quantities, and part numbers.

• Count, label, and organize received products and designate them to the appropriate site or destination within the facility.

• Scan each item received into the correct container, such as pallets or other load units, to prepare orders for timely shipment.

• Use pallet jacks and forklifts to safely move products throughout the warehouse and staging areas.

• Enter data into computer systems, including inventory information, part numbers, and shipping or receiving details.

• Perform inventory control activities, including cycle counts, to maintain accurate stock levels.

• Use RF scanners to track products, update inventory records, and support order picking and packing activities.

• Assist with picking, packing, and packaging products as needed to support shipping operations.

• Load products for outbound shipments and assist with general labor tasks within the warehouse as required.

• Follow established processes and training guidelines to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient handling of all materials.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of shipping and/or receiving experience.

• At least 2 years of receiving experience specifically.

• Intermediate computer skills with strong data entry capabilities.

• Strong attention to detail and excellent counting ability.

• Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including picking, packing, and packaging.

• Ability to use a pallet jack to move product.

• Ability to operate or learn to operate a forklift.

• Experience with inventory control and cycle counts.

• Ability to use RF scanners for inventory and order processing.

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted.

• Comfort working in a general warehouse labor environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong computer skills to accurately enter and manage inventory and part number data.

• Familiarity with e-fulfillment or warehouse implementation environments.

• Willingness to participate in forklift training provided by the employer.

• Ability to follow structured training that includes both classroom-style presentations and hands-on practice.

• Flexibility to work overtime when needed with advance notice.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that offers clear opportunities for advancement and long-term career development. The company provides structured training, including hands-on learning and optional forklift training, to help you build valuable skills in a modern e-fulfillment environment. You will also have access to medical, vision, and dental benefits, along with a stable weekday schedule that supports work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role is based in an e-fulfillment warehouse that provides implementation services ranging from design consultation and technical integration to buildout and retrofits, with a focus on maximizing site efficiency. You will work with tools and technologies such as pallet jacks, forklifts, RF scanners, and computer-based inventory systems. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime available as needed and communicated in advance. The environment requires steel-toed shoes and jeans as part of the dress code, and you will work in a hands-on, warehouse setting that involves material handling and general labor tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hartford, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Hartford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 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.