Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Job Title: Shipping & Receiving Clerk Job Description

The Shipping & Receiving Clerk accurately processes incoming and outgoing shipments, maintains detailed shipping records, and ensures materials move efficiently between the shipping area, storage, and production. This role combines hands-on warehouse work with the use of shipping software and computer systems to support smooth logistics operations and excellent internal and external customer service.

Responsibilities

• Keep accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.

• Prepare items for shipment, including packing, labeling, and documentation.

• Monitor all incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and proper condition of shipments.

• Verify the accuracy of shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other shipping-related records.

• Determine shipping priorities and appropriate shipping methods to meet shipping and receiving schedules, using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.

• Inspect loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications and company standards.

• Inspect material handling equipment, such as pallet jacks, for defects and notify maintenance personnel or external service providers for repair as needed.

• Direct the movement of shipments from the shipping and receiving area to storage and work areas in a safe and organized manner.

• Compile records of unfilled orders and accurately record weight and shipping charges.

• Prepare required department records and reports in a timely and accurate manner.

• Consult with management to clarify department priorities, identify problems, and suggest changes for improvement.

• Recommend measures to improve productivity, equipment performance, and quality of service, including suggestions for changes in working conditions.

• Provide customer service-oriented support to internal departments and external partners related to shipping and receiving activities.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support overall warehouse and logistics operations.

Essential Skills

• Proven ability to perform shipping and receiving functions in a warehouse or similar environment.

• Hands-on experience using shipping software or shipping entry systems to process orders and shipments.

• Strong attention to detail for verifying shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, and orders.

• Computer literacy, including the ability to use basic office and shipping-related software.

• Ability to operate a pallet jack safely and efficiently.

• Capability to stand for long periods of time and to bend, kneel, and lift cumbersome and/or heavy items as required by warehouse activities.

• Customer service-oriented approach when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Thorough technical understanding of the shipping and receiving functional discipline, supported by relevant training or education.

• Relevant shipping, receiving, or warehouse experience preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse or distribution environment handling inventory and shipments.

• Familiarity with inventory processes and maintaining accurate stock records.

• Ability to prioritize workload and determine shipping priorities to meet strict schedules.

• Strong problem-solving skills to identify process issues and suggest improvements.

• Effective communication skills to consult with management and collaborate with team members.

• Comfort working with material handling equipment and coordinating movement of goods between departments.

• Advanced training or education related to logistics, warehousing, or a technical discipline is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package that supports both professional and personal well-being. The organization offers competitive pay and a robust benefits program that includes health and life insurance, paid holidays, and vacation that grows to four weeks over ten years of service. Team members receive sick time, tuition assistance to support ongoing learning, and a 401(k) plan with company match and profit sharing to help build long-term financial security. The culture values stability, long-term growth, and investing in employees’ futures.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean, standard warehouse environment within a successful, privately held company that produces high-quality passive electronic components used in a wide range of industries, including telecommunications, computers, automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics. The position is hands-on and physically active, requiring standing for extended periods, bending, kneeling, and lifting heavier or cumbersome items while operating material handling equipment such as pallet jacks. Work involves regular use of computers and shipping software, as well as interaction with warehouse areas, storage locations, and shipping and receiving docks. The facility emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safe operating practices in a professional industrial setting.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cary,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 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.