Warehouse Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Worker

Job Description

This role focuses on supporting warehouse and production operations by handling materials, preparing shipments, and maintaining accurate inventory records. You will split your time between the warehouse and the production floor, performing a mix of loading, unloading, packing, and documentation tasks while ensuring all products and materials move efficiently and safely through the facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic warehouse duties, including loading and unloading products safely and efficiently.
• Palletize products and prepare them for shipment according to company standards.
• Print and apply labels accurately for incoming and outgoing products.
• Use computers to print labels, check inventory levels, and update system records.
• Operate RF scanners to perform inventory picking, pulling, and tracking.
• Ensure the accuracy of all receiving and shipping documents and correct any discrepancies promptly.
• Support material handling activities such as order picking, packing, packaging, and general warehouse labor.
• Cross-train and work between manufacturing production and warehouse operations as needed.
• Perform packing, repacking, and filling tasks while working on the production floor.
• Ensure the timely shipment, receipt, and transfer of all finished products and raw materials.
• Accurately complete all required documentation related to shipping, receiving, inventory control, and production support.
• Assist with shipping and receiving functions, including loading, unloading, and staging materials.
• Participate in inventory control activities such as cycle counts and inventory checks.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, particularly within cosmetics and personal care product environments when applicable.
• Handle materials safely, including lifting and moving products in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with team members to support production and warehouse needs and assist wherever needed across operations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, recognizing that floors may be wet or dirty and adapting work practices accordingly.
• Use ERP and related systems to support inventory, shipping, and production processes.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors to coordinate tasks and resolve issues.
• Train and support others when needed, leveraging lead or training experience where applicable.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing basic warehouse duties, including loading, unloading, and palletizing products.
• Proficiency with material handling, picking, packing, packaging, and general warehouse labor.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including documentation and accuracy checks.
• Ability to use computers for label printing, inventory checking, and basic data entry.
• Experience working with RF scanners for inventory picking and tracking.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate labeling, documentation, and inventory control.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with warehouse and production teams.
• Solid math skills, including pen-and-paper calculations for picking and pulling inventory.
• Comfort working in a cross-functional role between warehouse and production environments.
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards in a production environment.
• Capability to perform inventory control tasks such as cycle counts and inventory checks.
• Physical ability to lift, move, and handle materials safely in a warehouse and production setting.
• Comfort working with large pumps, tanks, piping systems, and related production equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Lead experience and comfort with training other team members.
• Experience with GMP specifically in cosmetics or personal care manufacturing is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems for inventory, shipping, and production processes.
• Experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment.
• Experience in production or manufacturing environments, particularly in personal care or chemical-related industries.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and assist across multiple operational areas as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a global specialty chemistry organization that emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence. The culture focuses on working closely with customers, partners, and teammates to create meaningful solutions, reflected in a strong commitment to teamwork and shared success. The beauty-focused division supports products across skin care, sun care, color cosmetics, hair care, lip care, and toiletries, offering exposure to a dynamic and growing segment of the industry. Employees benefit from strong health benefits, an established pension plan, and bonus opportunities for permanent team members. The organization promotes from within, creating clear pathways for career growth and advancement for those who perform well and demonstrate initiative.

Work Environment

The role is based in a personal care product manufacturing facility that operates similarly to many chemical companies, but the products handled are not harmful. The site includes three different production floors: one with large pumps and tanks, and two with extensive piping systems. The environment can be very hot during the summer, and floors may be dirty and wet, requiring careful attention to safety and footing. You will split your time between the warehouse and the production floor, assisting wherever needed across operations. Standard working hours for this role are approximately 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required and includes safety glasses, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, and hard hats. You will work with technologies such as RF scanners, ERP systems (including SAP), and other warehouse and production equipment to support material handling, inventory management, and production processes.

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

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Darien,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.