Shipping And Receiving Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Job Description

This role focuses on shipping and finished goods distribution while also supporting receiving, inventory control, material movement, and production activities in a fast-paced manufacturing warehouse environment. You will ensure that daily shipments are processed accurately, efficiently, and on time, while maintaining product traceability and strict compliance with procedures and shipping requirements. Success in this position requires strong organization, attention to detail, safety awareness, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials and supplies against purchase orders and packing slips, confirming that all required certificates and documentation are present.
• Properly store and distribute materials in designated areas such as KANBAN locations and stockrooms to ensure optimal organization and accessibility.
• Pick, verify, package, label, and stage finished goods and materials for shipment in accordance with established procedures and shipping requirements.
• Coordinate and execute daily sterilization shipments to ensure customer and business requirements are met accurately and on time.
• Prepare, review, and verify shipping documentation, including packing lists, commercial invoices, bills of lading, and other required documents.
• Verify product numbers, lot numbers, quantities, destinations, labeling, and required documentation prior to shipment to ensure complete and accurate order fulfillment.
• Ensure only released and approved product is shipped and promptly escalate discrepancies, holds, or documentation issues to the appropriate department.
• Coordinate daily pickups with parcel carriers, freight carriers, couriers, freight forwarders, and other transportation providers.
• Track shipments and proactively communicate delays, missed pickups, delivery issues, damages, or other transportation concerns to relevant stakeholders.
• Process shipping, receiving, and inventory transactions accurately and in a timely manner within the ERP system and applicable shipping systems.
• Maintain accurate shipment records and supporting documentation in line with company procedures and record-retention requirements.
• Coordinate movement of finished goods and materials between production, warehouse, inspection and release areas, sterilization, and distribution locations as needed.
• Support shipments to and from contract manufacturers, sterilization facilities, suppliers, customers, and other external partners.
• Prioritize daily shipping activities based on customer requirements, production priorities, requested delivery dates, and overall business needs.
• Maintain organized shipping and finished goods staging areas to support lot traceability and FIFO/FEFO requirements where applicable.
• Monitor shipping supplies and notify management when boxes, labels, pallets, packaging materials, or other shipping supplies need replenishment.
• Assist the Materials team with KANBAN component fulfillment, cycle counts, and inventory accuracy activities.
• Provide work order and material support to meet production schedules and assist with production prioritization.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Production, Customer Service, and other departments to fulfill material and shipping requirements.
• Adhere to all applicable safety, GMP/GDP, Quality System, and company requirements while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management to support overall warehouse and logistics operations.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• At least 4 years of experience in warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory control, logistics, or related manufacturing operations.
• Proven ability to problem-solve and influence others using both data and strong working relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
• Ability to work and effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Experience working with ERP or MRP systems.
• Working knowledge of shipping, inventory, lot traceability, and warehouse management processes.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving activities, including work orders, cycle counts, and warehouse operations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with LEAN systems is preferred.
• Experience preparing domestic and international shipments and related shipping documentation is preferred.
• Experience working with parcel, freight, courier, or third-party logistics providers is preferred.
• Familiarity with KANBAN systems and component fulfillment is a plus.

Why Work Here?

You will join a collaborative, cross-functional environment where warehouse, production, supply chain, quality, and customer service teams work closely together to deliver high-quality products on time. The organization emphasizes safety, compliance, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills in shipping, logistics, and inventory management. You will work with modern ERP and operational systems, gain exposure to both domestic and international logistics, and contribute directly to reliable customer service and operational excellence.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with multiple shift options, including an AM shift (7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.), a split shift (10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.), and a 2nd shift (1:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m.). You will work around production areas, storage locations, and shipping and receiving docks, handling materials, finished goods, and shipping supplies on a regular basis. The role involves frequent use of ERP and related shipping systems, as well as standard warehouse tools and equipment. The work setting emphasizes safety, cleanliness, organization, and adherence to GMP/GDP and Quality System requirement.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Irvine,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 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.