Shipping And Receiving Associate

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Associate Job Description
Responsible for the accurate receiving, handling, storage, and shipment of materials and products within a manufacturing and warehouse environment. This role includes verifying inbound and outbound shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, bills of lading, and other documentation; loading and unloading trucks using forklifts and other material-handling equipment; inspecting shipments for damage or discrepancies; processing inventory transactions within the computer system; maintaining stock levels of packaging and shipping supplies; packaging, labeling, and preparing materials for shipment; building custom shipping crates using basic carpentry skills; delivering materials to designated locations throughout the facility; communicating inventory or shipment issues to appropriate teams; adhering to all safety and 5S standards; and operating company vehicles as needed for supplier or post office runs.
Responsibilities

• Verify inbound and outbound shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, bills of lading, and other documentation.
• Load and unload trucks using forklifts and other material-handling equipment.
• Inspect shipments for damage or discrepancies.
• Process inventory transactions within the computer system.
• Maintain stock levels of packaging and shipping supplies.
• Package, label, and prepare materials for shipment.
• Build custom shipping crates using basic carpentry skills.
• Deliver materials to designated locations throughout the facility.
• Communicate inventory or shipment issues to appropriate teams.
• Adhere to all safety and 5S standards.
• Operate company vehicles as needed for supplier or post office runs.

Essential Skills

• Experience in shipping and receiving.
• Inventory control and documentation skills.
• Proven attendance and reliability.
• Ability to read simple instructions and memos.
• Math calculation skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Proficiency with pallet jack and forklift operations.
• Valid Driver's License.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Shipping/Receiving experience preferred.
• Forklift certification is a bonus, but not a requirement.
• High School Diploma or Equivalency.

Why Work Here?
Enjoy a full cafeteria with hot and cold meals available for purchase and free access to coffee and cappuccino machines. Benefit from a community-focused environment with paid service options in various organizations. Long-term retention is encouraged, and employees can participate in company events even when not on site.
Work Environment
Work in a clean, temperature-controlled, and well-lit environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Belvidere, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Belvidere,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 21, 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.