Entry-Level Warehouse Worker - Immediate Start

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Worker

Job Description

This role supports a high-volume distribution center in Cheyenne, Wyoming that supplies merchandise to dozens of retail stores. Warehouse Workers play a key part in the flow of goods by unloading incoming trailers, preparing products for storage, and loading outbound trailers for shipment. You will work in either Shipping or Receiving and handle a wide variety of large and heavy merchandise, ensuring it is processed efficiently, safely, and without damage in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in Shipping or Receiving to load and unload trailers by hand, handling merchandise that may or may not arrive on pallets.
• Hand stack merchandise onto pallets inside trailers so it can be safely stored and transported within the warehouse.
• Unload trailers and transport, select, stock, and load heavy and large merchandise onto outbound trailers for shipment to retail stores.
• Use basic material handling tools and equipment, such as pallet jacks and RF scanners, as directed for daily warehouse operations.
• Observe incoming and outgoing merchandise for manufacturer defects and damage, and follow procedures to report or address issues.
• Handle merchandise carefully during all processing steps to prevent damage while maintaining productivity standards.
• Follow established safety guidelines and warehouse procedures while working in a large, loud, and busy distribution environment.
• Maintain punctuality and strong attendance, consistently arriving on time and ready to work for all scheduled shifts and overtime.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn new tasks, adapt to different areas of the warehouse, and take direction from supervisors and team leads.
• Support general labor tasks in the warehouse as needed, including organizing product, keeping work areas clean, and assisting teammates.
• Participate in facility tours and any required onboarding activities, following security and compliance requirements.
• Adhere to all company policies, including those related to background checks and drug testing, as part of ongoing employment.

Essential Skills

• Ability to regularly lift up to 70 lbs, including lifting merchandise overhead when loading trucks.
• Comfort working in a very large, loud, and busy warehouse environment with high levels of activity.
• Stable work history that demonstrates reliability and commitment, especially for candidates without prior warehouse experience.
• Strong punctuality and attendance, with the ability to meet mandatory overtime requirements when scheduled.
• Willingness to learn new tasks and processes and to accept feedback in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Capability to perform physically demanding general labor and material handling tasks for extended periods.
• Basic understanding of warehouse operations such as loading, unloading, shipping, and receiving.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Warehouse Worker or in a similar distribution or logistics role.
• Experience with loading and unloading trailers in a warehouse or shipping/receiving environment.
• Familiarity with RF scanners for tracking and selecting merchandise.
• Experience operating pallet jacks and other basic material handling equipment.
• Exposure to forklift operation in a warehouse setting, even if not the primary duty.
• Ability to perform general labor tasks such as organizing inventory, cleaning work areas, and assisting with various warehouse functions.
• Spanish language skills are welcome for day and weekend shifts.
• Eligibility for rehire, subject to review of prior employment status.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a stable role in a major distribution operation where your contribution directly supports a large network of retail stores. You can grow your skills in logistics and material handling while working in a structured environment with clear processes and expectations. The position provides consistent full-time hours, opportunities for overtime, and a contract-to-hire pathway, making it a strong option for long-term career development. You will join a team-oriented workplace that values reliability, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a very large, loud, and busy distribution center that supports numerous retail locations, with constant trailer activity and high volumes of merchandise moving through Shipping and Receiving. Warehouse Workers spend most of their time on their feet performing physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 70 lbs, stacking product on pallets, and loading and unloading trailers, including overhead loading. The environment is fast-paced and can feel intense, especially for those new to warehouse work, so comfort with noise, motion, and heavy equipment is important. Common tools and technologies include RF scanners, pallet jacks, and standard material handling equipment, with potential exposure to forklifts and other warehouse machinery. Shifts are structured and currently include mandatory overtime: the day shift runs Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., often extended to about 6:30 p.m; the night shift runs Tuesday through Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m with an additional day such as Monday or Friday; and the weekend shift runs Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m with an extra day such as Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. Workers receive one unpaid 30-minute break and two paid 15-minute breaks per shift. The facility uses standard warehouse safety practices, and attire typically includes practical, comfortable clothing suitable for manual labor and closed-toe shoes appropriate for an industrial environment. Candidates participate in on-site tours, which provide a firsthand look at the conditions and expectations before starting work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cheyenne, WY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.25 - $21.75/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 Cheyenne,WY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 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.

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.