Shipping Clerk

Job Title: Shipping Clerk / Warehouse Worker

Job Description

This role combines warehouse operations and shipping responsibilities to support accurate inventory control, timely order fulfillment, and efficient movement of materials. You will handle receiving, picking, packaging, and shipping activities while ensuring that all inventory data remains precise and up to date in the company’s systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate physical receiving of materials and products to maintain the integrity of inventory control.

• Ensure timely delivery of materials and products to the appropriate departments within the facility.

• Prepare and pick work orders for the production plant or customer pick-ups according to schedule.

• Receive and process warehouse stock products, including picking, unloading, labeling, and storing items in the correct locations.

• Complete regular cycle counts to verify inventory levels and identify discrepancies.

• Monitor and maintain the accuracy of data entered into the ERP system and other inventory tools.

• Align and communicate with key stakeholders such as Procurement, Production, Planning, and logistics service providers to coordinate material flow and shipments.

• Follow established procedures for packaging, shipping, and warehouse operations to ensure safety and efficiency.

• Support general warehouse duties as needed, including organizing storage areas and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment.

Essential Skills

• Experience with warehouse packing, inventory, shipping, and receiving activities.

• Ability to perform shipping, packaging, and general warehouse tasks accurately and efficiently.

• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with internal employees and external customers.

• Organized and detail-oriented approach to handling inventory and documentation.

• Proficiency using computers for data entry, including working with ERP or inventory systems.

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physical tasks in a warehouse environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with ERP systems or other warehouse management software.

• Experience in coordinating with Procurement, Production, Planning, and logistics service providers.

• Comfort working in a small, performance-focused team environment.

• Demonstrated reliability and accountability in previous warehouse or shipping roles.

Why Work Here?

You join a small, close-knit team where your contributions are visible and valued, and performance is recognized. The environment balances a casual atmosphere with a strong focus on results, giving you the opportunity to develop practical skills in warehouse operations, inventory control, and shipping while working collaboratively with multiple departments.

Work Environment

The work environment is casual yet highly performance-based, offering a relaxed atmosphere with clear expectations for productivity and accuracy. You will work as part of a team of four people in a warehouse setting, performing physical tasks such as lifting 50+ lbs, unloading materials, and organizing stock. The role involves regular use of computers and an ERP system for data entry and inventory management. You can expect a hands-on, collaborative environment where communication with internal teams and external logistics partners is part of the daily routine.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashburn, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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 Ashburn,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.