Shipping And Receiving Clerk

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk Job Description

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk manages the flow of goods into and out of the facility, ensuring that all incoming and outgoing shipments are accurately processed, documented, and handled with care. This role combines hands-on work with detailed data entry, careful counting, and the use of inventory and logistics software to maintain precise records and support smooth warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming trucks and move boxes and crates safely from delivery vehicles to designated areas.

• Inspect incoming packages and materials for visible damage or irregularities and report any issues promptly.

• Verify delivered items against purchase orders, packing lists, and other documentation to ensure accuracy of quantities and product details.

• Log received inventory into the computer system, ensuring accurate data entry and proper tagging or labeling for storage.

• Organize and stage inbound goods for efficient storage and retrieval in accordance with inventory procedures.

• Prepare outbound orders by picking the correct items, packing products securely, and using appropriate boxes, labels, and postage.

• Create and print shipping documents such as bills of lading, work orders, and shipping manifests for outbound shipments.

• Schedule pickups and coordinate with freight carriers and delivery drivers to ensure goods are dispatched on time.

• Use RF scanners and inventory software to track items, update stock levels, and maintain accurate records of movements.

• Perform data entry related to shipping and receiving activities, maintaining detailed and error-free documentation.

• Communicate with internal teams and external contacts to resolve shipping or receiving issues and support customer service needs.

• Follow established logistics and warehouse procedures to maintain an efficient and orderly work environment.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving processes, including handling inbound and outbound goods.

• Proficiency in inventory management practices, including logging and tracking items in a computer database.

• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy when entering shipping and receiving information.

• Ability to perform careful counting and verification of orders against purchase orders and packing lists.

• Experience using RF scanners for inventory tracking and order picking.

• Familiarity with logistics workflows and documentation such as bills of lading, work orders, and shipping manifests.

• Basic knowledge of ERP systems and inventory software, including platforms such as SAP.

• Ability to use Microsoft Excel for basic tracking, reporting, and documentation related to inventory and shipments.

• Customer service skills to communicate effectively with internal teams, carriers, and other stakeholders.

• Ability to work reliably on a 1st shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in order selection and picking within a warehouse or distribution environment.

• Background in shipping and receiving or general logistics operations.

• Comfort working with computer-based systems, including ERP and inventory management software.

• Ability to learn and adapt to new inventory software and warehouse technologies.

• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple shipments and tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective communication skills to collaborate with coworkers and coordinate with freight carriers and delivery drivers.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values accuracy, reliability, and clear communication, offering a stable daytime schedule that supports work-life balance. The role provides hands-on experience with logistics, inventory, and modern warehouse technologies, creating opportunities to build valuable skills and grow within a structured, process-driven environment.

Work Environment

This is a 1st shift, onsite role with hours from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The work takes place in a warehouse or shipping environment where you handle physical goods, unload trucks, and prepare shipments, but do not operate forklifts. You regularly use computers, ERP systems such as SAP, RF scanners, and Microsoft Excel to manage inventory and shipping documentation. The setting is active and process-oriented, requiring adherence to safety guidelines and appropriate warehouse attire suitable for handling boxes and working around delivery vehicles.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nesconset, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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 Nesconset,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.