Warehouse Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Worker
Job Description

This role involves working in a dynamic warehouse environment, handling materials and products, and supporting daily operations to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment. You will move and lift items up to 50 pounds, operate warehouse equipment and hand tools, and assist with packing, shipping, and receiving activities.

Responsibilities

• Lift, move, and handle materials and products weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
• Assist with picking, packing, and preparing products for shipment according to order requirements.
• Use packaging equipment such as tape dispensers, banding tools, pallet jacks, anti-static packaging, liquid foam fill packaging, shrink wrap, box sizing tools, and scales to complete orders accurately and safely.
• Assist with unpacking parts and materials in preparation for receiving in the Asset Management System.
• Perform order picking using RF scanners or similar devices to ensure accurate selection of products.
• Handle shipping tasks, including labeling, staging, and preparing orders for carrier pickup.
• Operate warehouse equipment and hand tools safely and in accordance with training and procedures.
• Work in different departments as needed, supporting material handling, packing, order picking, and shipping activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in all assigned sections of the warehouse.
• Follow all warehouse procedures, safety guidelines, and work instructions while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

• At least 6 months of warehouse experience.
• At least 6 months of picking and packing experience.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Comfort working in a warehouse environment with changing temperatures.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment and hand tools safely.
• Ability to move between and support different warehouse departments as needed.
• Experience with packaging equipment such as tape dispensers, banding tools, pallet jacks, anti-static packaging, liquid foam fill packaging, shrink wrap, box sizing, and scales.

• Knowledge of Stock-keeping Units (SKU) is desirable.
• Experience in a product manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Approximately 4 months of forklift experience is an asset.
• Any previous customer service experience is an advantage.

You will join a small, family-oriented organization that values collaboration, reliability, and long-term growth. The company offers health and dental benefits to support your well-being, along with onsite training and development to help you build your skills and advance your career in warehousing and logistics.

Work Environment

The role is based in a warehouse setting with exposure to changing temperatures and active material handling throughout the day. You will regularly use warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, RF scanners, packaging tools, and various hand tools while working around packaging materials like shrink wrap, anti-static packaging, and liquid foam fill. The standard schedule runs from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, providing a predictable daytime work pattern. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and teamwork, with onsite training provided to help you operate equipment and follow procedures confidently.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Wood Dale,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

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.

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.