Shipping And Receiving Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Job Description

This role supports a high-volume service and repair facility that works with pumps, rotating equipment, compressors, generators, light towers, and tools. You will manage all aspects of shipping and receiving, inventory control, and warehouse organization in the company’s largest service center. The position focuses on shop-based work with no travel, combining hands-on material handling with accurate data entry in ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments, verify contents against packing lists or purchase orders, and accurately post receipts in the ERP system.
• Prepare outbound shipments by picking, packing, labeling, and staging materials for carriers such as FedEx and other freight providers.
• Load and unload trucks safely using a sit-down propane forklift, stand-up electric forklift, pallet jack, and manual handling as needed.
• Move boxes, parts, and equipment throughout the warehouse to support technicians and maintain efficient material flow.
• Perform inventory control activities, including cycle counting, inventory transfers, and reconciliation of discrepancies in the ERP system.
• Use SAP or other ERP software to manage inventory records, track orders, and maintain accurate stock levels.
• Utilize RF scanners and data entry tools to record inventory movements and ensure real-time system accuracy.
• Maintain a tidy, organized, and safe warehouse environment, following high housekeeping standards during both busy and downtime periods.
• Coordinate with logistics supervision, technicians, apprentices, and office staff to ensure timely availability of materials for service work.
• Use Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to track inventory, prepare basic reports, and support inventory analysis.
• Handle packaging, labeling, and documentation for outgoing shipments in accordance with company procedures.
• Support material handling and warehouse shipping activities within a manufacturing and service shop environment.
• Demonstrate initiative by identifying process improvements, resolving basic issues independently, and assisting team members when needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe operation of forklifts and material handling equipment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 4+ years of warehouse experience in a shipping and receiving or inventory control role.
• Proficiency with SAP or other ERP systems for posting receipts, managing inventory, and processing transactions.
• Experience working with manufacturing or service environments that rely on ERP-based inventory management.
• Strong inventory control skills, including cycle counting, inventory transfers, and order tracking.
• Ability to safely operate a sit-down propane forklift and a stand-up electric forklift.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving processes, including picking, packing, loading, and unloading.
• Proficiency with pallet jacks, RF scanners, and other material handling equipment.
• Competence in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office for data entry, tracking orders, and basic reporting.
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills for maintaining inventory records and processing transactions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks such as shipping, receiving, inventory control, and warehouse organization.
• High level of initiative and a proactive approach to completing tasks and solving problems.
• Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, supervisors, and office staff.
• Capability to move boxes and materials manually as required for daily warehouse operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a service or repair shop environment handling parts for pumps, rotating equipment, compressors, generators, and related tools.
• Background in extensive computer-based inventory management and order tracking.
• Familiarity with FedEx and other carrier systems for shipping documentation and labeling.
• Experience with warehouse shipping workflows, including picking, staging, and packaging.
• Comfort working with RF scanners and barcode-based inventory systems.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain a clean, orderly, and efficient warehouse.
• Ability to adapt to evolving workloads and support a growing technical team.
• Contract-to-hire mindset with interest in long-term employment and growth within the company.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a stable and supportive environment where long tenure is the norm, with many team members averaging over 20 years of service. The company offers a competitive retirement program with a 6% match that vests immediately on a dollar-for-dollar basis, alongside a strong insurance plan. You will work in a collaborative culture where colleagues are eager to share knowledge, help each other, and support continuous learning for those who are willing to ask questions and grow.

Work Environment

The role is based in a medium-sized, climate-controlled shop with approximately 25 shop personnel and additional office staff. The facility is new and maintained to a very high standard of housekeeping, reflecting a clean, organized, and professional work setting. The team includes logistics supervision, technicians, apprentices, and a programmer, with plans to continue growing the technical staff. Work is shop-based only, with no travel required. The schedule follows a day shift, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with overtime not guaranteed but very likely depending on workload and only rare weekend work. You will work with forklifts (sit-down propane and stand-up electric), pallet jacks, RF scanners, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office tools as part of daily operations. The dress code includes steel-toe footwear, jeans, a work shirt, and safety glasses to support a safe and compliant work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baytown, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/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 Baytown,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 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.