Returns Associate

Job Title: Returns and Recall Warehouse Associate - ENTRY LEVEL
Job Description
This role focuses on processing returned and recalled items from retail stores so they can be accurately re-added to distribution center inventory or rerouted to other locations. You will work along a conveyor line using an RF scanner to identify, scan, and sort products, and you will build and wrap pallets to ensure items are safely organized for shipment or storage.
Responsibilities

• Process returned and recalled items from retail stores so they can be added back to distribution center shelves or rerouted to other distribution centers and retail locations.
• Work along a conveyor belt to handle items as they move through the returns and recall process.
• Use an RF scanner to identify, scan, and process items according to established procedures.
• Verify item labels and inventory information to ensure accurate tracking and routing.
• Build and wrap pallets of returned and recalled items to prepare them for storage or shipment.
• Organize items on pallets and in designated areas to maintain a clean and orderly workspace.
• Perform repetitive tasks while standing in one place along the conveyor line for extended periods.
• Handle, move, and position materials using basic material handling tools and equipment.
• Support inventory control by accurately picking, sorting, and recording items as needed.
• Follow all safety guidelines and operational procedures within the distribution center.

Essential Skills

• Experience with general labor and material handling in a warehouse or distribution center environment.
• Ability to use an RF scanner to identify, scan, and process items.
• Comfort with repetitive work while standing mostly in one place along a conveyor line.
• Skill in handling and organizing items to maintain accurate inventory and efficient workflow.
• Basic knowledge of picking and inventory processes.
• Ability to safely use pallet jacks and related material handling equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with conveyor belt systems in a warehouse setting.
• Prior exposure to building and wrapping pallets for storage or shipment.
• Attention to detail when reading labels and verifying item information.
• Strong organizational skills to keep materials and work areas orderly.
• Reliability and consistency in performing repetitive tasks throughout the shift.

Why Work Here?
You will join a large, growing organization that values teamwork and rewards hard work. The culture emphasizes strong team relationships, regular teambuilding events, and inclusive treatment of all workers, with contractors treated the same as direct employees. This environment offers stability, growth potential, and a supportive atmosphere where your contributions are recognized.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Providence Forge, VA.
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 Providence Forge,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 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.