Shipping Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Shipping Clerk

Shift: First Shift

The Shipping Clerk accurately processes customer orders for shipment and receives materials against purchase orders in a fast-paced warehouse environment. This role organizes and operates the shipping and receiving area, maintains accurate inventory records in the ERP system, and ensures all shipments and receipts comply with company procedures and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee the day-to-day operation of the warehouse shipping and receiving area.
• Maintain detailed shipping and receiving logs and keep organized files of all shipping records.
• Prepare packing lists, bills of lading, and other shipping documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Notify the supervisor promptly of any discrepancies in incoming shipments and tag parts as needed.
• Close aftermarket and stock jobs and issue parts accordingly in coordination with inventory and production requirements.
• Ship customer orders by verifying that actual items and lot numbers match the order requirements before shipment.
• Track and record all inventory movements in the Syteline ERP system to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Perform and/or manage daily inventory cycle counts and assist with full physical inventory counts for raw materials, plastic parts, and equipment parts.
• Use ERP to enter, update, and review data related to inventory, shipments, and receipts.
• Assist in the stockroom as needed, including picking, packing, and staging orders.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks to move, load, and unload materials.
• Use shipping systems such as UPS WorldShip and FedEx software to process shipments and labels.
• Handle packaging tasks to ensure products are securely and correctly packed for shipment.
• Perform data entry related to orders, inventory transactions, and shipping documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Support inventory control by conducting manual cycle counts and investigating discrepancies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred experience in a manufacturing environment with inventory control and stockroom operations.
• Knowledge of international shipping procedures is preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP or similar enterprise resource planning systems.
• Experience with UPS WorldShip, FedEx shipping software, and other carrier platforms.
• Experience with order selection, picking, and packaging in a warehouse or stockroom.
• Strong math skills to support accurate counting, inventory management, and documentation.
• Experience with general inventory processes, including processing orders and tracking stock movements.
• Ability to adapt to new processes, systems, and priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrated reliability and consistency in meeting deadlines and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to perform continuous walking and other physical activities common in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to work independently, maintain a positive attitude, and collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Experience with material handling, including operating forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Experience with shipping systems and carriers, including UPS and FedEx.

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

The pay range for this position is $26.50 - $26.50/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 fully onsite position in Clifton,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.