Shipping And Receiving Specialist

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Specialist
Job Description
This role supports a growing local manufacturing operation by managing all aspects of shipping, receiving, and inventory control on the first shift. You will handle incoming and outgoing materials, maintain accurate inventory records within an EPICOR-based MRP/ERP system, and ensure materials are staged correctly to support production departments, especially welding and fabrication.
Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Check and verify received materials against purchase orders or invoices to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Label and store received materials in proper locations to maintain organized inventory and efficient retrieval.
• Pick, kit, and pack orders accurately and efficiently for use in internal departments, with a strong focus on supporting the weld and fabrication department.
• Enter all parts receiving and material movements into the EPICOR-based computer system to maintain real-time, accurate inventory records.
• Prepare, package, and stage products for shipment according to company standards and customer requirements.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and inventory counts, investigate discrepancies, and reconcile variances in the system.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of inventory storage areas, shipping and receiving docks, and related workspaces.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts to move materials safely and efficiently.
• Use tablets and RF scanners to perform inventory transactions and support MRP/ERP processes.
• Handle materials safely and follow established procedures to prevent damage and ensure accurate tracking.
• Collaborate with production, purchasing, and other departments to resolve material issues and support smooth workflow.

Essential Skills

• Experience in shipping and receiving within a manufacturing, warehouse, or job shop environment.
• Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems, preferably EPICOR-based platforms, for inventory and material transactions.
• Ability to use tablets and RF scanners to perform inventory updates and material movements.
• Hands-on experience with material handling, including kitting, picking, packing, and staging materials for production and shipment.
• Competence operating warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts.
• Strong computer skills to enter, track, and reconcile inventory and receiving data.
• Experience performing cycle counts and maintaining accurate warehouse inventory records.
• Attention to detail when verifying materials against purchase orders or invoices.
• Ability to work efficiently on a first-shift schedule and support a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Capability to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience as a receiving clerk or material handler in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with bills of materials (BOM) and how they relate to kitting and production requirements.
• Experience supporting weld and fabrication departments or similar production areas.
• Comfort working in a small job shop environment where responsibilities may be varied and hands-on.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks and priorities.

Why Work Here?
You will join a small, clean, and growing manufacturing operation where your work directly supports production and business growth. The company offers a stable first-shift schedule and a collaborative environment where your skills in shipping, receiving, and inventory control are valued. Recent growth has created new opportunities to learn, expand responsibilities, and contribute to continuous improvement in a setting that emphasizes organization, reliability, and teamwork.
Work Environment
The role is based in a small, clean job shop located in the Indianapolis area. You will work primarily on the first shift in a manufacturing setting that uses EPICOR-based MRP/ERP systems, tablets, and RF scanners to manage inventory and material flow. The environment involves regular use of pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts to move materials safely around the warehouse and dock areas. Work takes place in an organized shop and warehouse setting with active production operations, where maintaining cleanliness and order on the dock and in inventory areas is a key expectatio
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $22.00/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 Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 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):
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