Warehouse Worker

Job Title: Warehouse Worker

Job Description

This role involves working in a warehouse environment to sort packages on a conveyor belt, support shipping and receiving activities, and assist with loading, unloading, and pallet wrapping. You will handle mostly light packages and use standard warehouse equipment to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Sort packages on a conveyor belt, ensuring accurate placement and efficient flow of items through the warehouse.

• Perform picking and packing tasks to prepare orders for shipment according to established procedures.

• Support shipping and receiving operations by checking, organizing, and staging incoming and outgoing goods.

• Load and unload materials from trucks or staging areas using appropriate equipment when required.

• Wrap pallets securely to prepare products for storage or transport.

• Operate a pallet jack, including ride-on pallet jacks, to move materials safely throughout the warehouse.

• Use an RF scanner to track inventory, confirm orders, and maintain accurate records of product movement.

• Follow all safety guidelines and warehouse procedures to maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.

• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily productivity and quality targets.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a warehouse or general labor environment.

• Ability to perform packaging, picking, packing, sorting, shipping, and receiving tasks.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time during the shift.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.

• Ability to operate a pallet jack, including ride-on pallet jacks.

• Ability to use an RF scanner to scan and track inventory.

• Capability to assist with loading and unloading materials safely.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Comfort working around conveyor belt systems and moving equipment.

• Basic understanding of warehouse processes such as order fulfillment and inventory handling.

• Attention to detail to ensure accurate sorting, packing, and documentation.

• Reliability and strong work ethic to meet daily operational goals.

• Willingness to learn and follow standard operating procedures and safety practices.

Why Work Here?

You will join a team that offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and long-term security. Available benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off to support work-life balance, and a 401(k) plan to help you plan for the future.

Work Environment

You will work in a warehouse setting that involves standing for extended periods and performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 25 pounds and moving materials with a pallet jack. The environment includes conveyor belts, pallets, and standard warehouse equipment, with a focus on safety, organization, and efficient workflow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carteret, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Carteret,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.