Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Specialist

Job Description

This role supports the shipping and receiving department by moving materials, checking in incoming shipments, preparing outbound orders, and ensuring accurate documentation. The Shipping and Receiving Specialist scans materials, performs data entry, and packages final products for delivery to customers while maintaining an organized and efficient warehouse operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily operations in the shipping and receiving department to ensure timely and accurate processing of materials.
• Float between shipping and receiving tasks, supporting various areas of the department as needed.
• Receive incoming shipments by unloading materials, verifying quantities, and checking items against bills of lading and other documentation.
• Scan incoming and outgoing materials into the system to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Prepare materials for shipping, including picking, staging, and organizing products for outbound orders.
• Package final products securely and accurately for shipment to customers.
• Perform data entry related to shipping and receiving activities, including updating inventory and shipment records.
• Assist with inventory tasks to help maintain accurate stock levels in the warehouse.
• Handle materials both manually and using a forklift, following proper safety procedures.
• Collaborate with a small warehouse team to meet daily shipping and receiving deadlines.
• Work a 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. shift, with additional hours as needed to support business demands.

Essential Skills

• At least 4 years of hands-on experience in shipping and receiving roles.
• Proficiency with computers, including basic data entry for inventory and shipment tracking.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving processes, including handling incoming and outgoing freight.
• Ability to work with bills of lading and related shipping documents.
• Capability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, moving, and handling materials.
• Experience operating a forklift or similar material-handling equipment.
• Strong attention to detail when verifying shipments, scanning materials, and packaging orders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using inventory systems or warehouse management software.
• experience in general warehouse operations, including inventory control and material handling.
• Familiarity with shipping documentation and freight processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a small team environment and support colleagues across different tasks.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a close-knit warehouse team where your experience and reliability directly support efficient operations and customer satisfaction. The role offers consistent daytime hours with opportunities for additional work when needed, allowing you to contribute in a stable, hands-on environment. You will work in a setting that values teamwork, accountability, and attention to detail, giving you the chance to use your shipping and receiving expertise every day.

Work Environment

This position is based in a warehouse environment without air conditioning, where you will work alongside a team of approximately four colleagues and report to the warehouse manager. The standard schedule runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with some additional hours required as needed. The role involves regular physical activity, including lifting and moving products manually and using a forklift, and requires comfort working in an industrial setting with typical warehouse conditions.

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Houston, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

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.