Warehouse Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Worker Job Description

As a Warehouse Worker, you will be responsible for maintaining label quality by inspecting and verifying correct freight label information, comparing labels to freight contents or reports, and placing labels in appropriate areas on freight. You will manage freight flow through manual movement and use of powered equipment, including single and double pallet jacks, lifts, and pacers. Additionally, you will identify, count, separate, combine, and scan freight using a Warehouse Management System terminal, scales, and scanners while maintaining records, logs, and processing exception freight, including strays and damages.

• Inspect labels and assign freight to appropriate lanes, stores, or batches.
• Process damaged freight according to established policies and procedures.
• Maintain records, logs, and cases for loading onto trailers using scanners and batch trailer systems.
• Load and unload freight from conveyors, stack and arrange freight on pallets, carts, or trailers.
• Operate machinery and power equipment to move freight.
• Communicate with individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing.
• Prepare, review, and analyze reports like exceptions and overage reports.

• General labor and industrial cleaning.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to operate electric pallet jacks and other machinery.
• Proficiency in Warehouse Management Systems.
• Freight forwarding and logistics management.

• Processing, loading, and unloading.
• Palletizing and material handling.
• Ability to move up and down ladders and stairs.
• Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Visual verification of information.
• Ability to reach overhead and below the knees.

Experience above market pay and opportunities for growth in a developing automation warehouse. Enjoy tuition reimbursement once hired directly, fostering continuous learning and career advancement.

You will work in a dynamic environment that requires exposure to varying temperatures, extreme heat or cold, and/or wet, damp, or drafty conditions. The role involves moving over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces, working overnight, weekends, and varying shifts. You will work at heights and indoors for extended periods, navigating narrow, enclosed, or elevated spaces.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ottawa, KS.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ottawa, KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Ottawa,KS.

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.