Shipping/Receiving Clerk

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Job Description

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk plays a key role in warehouse operations by staging and picking orders, packing and preparing shipments, and stocking inventory. This position requires frequent use of sit-down forklifts and stock pickers, heavy lifting, and continuous standing while working with steel and stainless steel sprockets and related hardware such as nuts and bolts. The role combines hands-on material handling with basic computer tasks to ensure accurate, efficient, and safe movement of goods through the warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Utilize sit-down forklifts and cherry pickers to stage shipments and move materials safely throughout the warehouse.

• Use computers to access shipping systems and print labels from carrier manifests, including UPS and similar platforms.

• Pick orders accurately using pick sheets, RF scanners, and warehouse inventory systems to ensure correct items and quantities.

• Perform heavy lifting of items up to 50 pounds, and request assistance and use magnets, hoists, straps, forklifts, or the buddy system for items over 50 pounds.

• Pack orders securely and prepare them for shipment, verifying each order against shipping documents to ensure accuracy.

• Work with another associate to put stock away in designated rack locations, maintaining organized and efficient storage.

• Handle shipping and receiving activities including unloading incoming materials, checking items, and stocking them appropriately.

• Pull and stage orders in the shipping/loading area near the warehouse docks for outbound shipments.

• Conduct cycle counts and assist with inventory control to maintain accurate warehouse inventory records.

• Use SAP or similar systems, RF scanners, and basic computer applications to record transactions and update inventory.

• Measure parts using a tape measure and perform basic math to count parts and verify quantities.

• Complete written logs and documentation related to shipping, receiving, and inventory activities with clear and accurate information.

• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate daily tasks and resolve issues.

• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, ear protection, and material handling equipment.

• Assist with general warehouse housekeeping, including cleaning and organizing the warehouse, especially during slower periods.

• Support additional basic warehouse duties as needed, such as loading trucks, preparing motor freight shipments, and operating a stock picker.

• Stand for the entire work shift, except during scheduled breaks and lunch periods, while working along warehouse aisles and in shipping/loading areas.

Essential Skills

• 23 years of shipping and receiving experience in a distribution or manufacturing warehouse environment.

• Proficiency with basic computer skills to operate shipping systems and print labels.

• Basic math skills for counting parts, verifying quantities, and performing simple calculations.

• Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure to measure parts and materials.

• Experience with material handling, including pushing and pulling heavier items up to 50 pounds safely.

• Ability to follow safe lifting practices and use magnets, hoists, straps, forklifts, or team assistance for items over 50 pounds.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate tasks and share information with team members.

• Writing skills sufficient to complete logs, records, and basic documentation clearly and accurately.

• Previous warehouse experience involving picking, packing, stocking, and inventory control.

• Comfort working on feet for the entire shift in a busy warehouse environment.

• Ability to use or learn sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, and other warehouse material handling equipment.

• Attention to detail to verify orders against shipping documents and maintain accurate inventory.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Manufacturing environment experience is a plus.

• Knowledge of basic warehouse duties such as preparing motor freight shipments and loading trucks.

• Experience running UPS or FedEx manifest systems for shipping labels and documentation.

• Familiarity with packing items in boxes to minimize damage and optimize space.

• Experience operating a stock picker or cherry picker in a racked warehouse.

• Exposure to SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for inventory and order management.

• Experience using RF scanners for picking, inventory control, and order pulling.

• Ability to perform cycle counts and support warehouse inventory control processes.

• Comfort working around steel and stainless steel sprockets, nuts, bolts, and related industrial components.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports health, financial security, and career growth. The organization offers affordable medical, pharmacy, and dental plans, along with wellness initiatives that promote a healthy work-life balance. Team members have access to life and disability insurance and a robust 401(k) profit-sharing plan to help build long-term financial stability. Paid time off and company-paid holidays provide meaningful opportunities for rest and personal time. In addition, employees can pursue career development and advancement within a thriving, growth-oriented company, supported by competitive pay and attractive perks.

Work Environment

This role is based inside a warehouse adjacent to a production area that houses drill presses and CNC lathe machines. The warehouse is approximately half the size of a football field, with racks reaching up to 15 feet high. The Shipping and Receiving Clerk works mainly along the warehouse aisles and in the shipping and loading area near the docks, using equipment such as sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, RF scanners, and hoists. Steel-toed shoes are required, and metal inserts are provided. Safety glasses must be worn at all times, and ear plugs are used when necessary. The facility does not have air conditioning, so it is hotter in the summer and colder in the winter. The position involves standing for the entire shift except during scheduled breaks and lunch, working around steel and stainless steel sprockets and related hardware. Employees are expected to help with general cleaning and housekeeping in the warehouse when work is slow, contributing to a safe, orderly, and efficient environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Plaines, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Plaines, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Des Plaines,IL.

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.