Shipping & Receiving Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk Job Description

This role oversees the complete shipping and receiving process by verifying and recording all incoming and outgoing shipments in a large, clean manufacturing environment. The Shipping and Receiving Clerk prepares and schedules items for shipment, ensures documentation accuracy, and supports smooth material flow throughout the warehouse.

• Verify and keep accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments in accordance with established procedures.
• Prepare and schedule items for shipment, ensuring all materials are properly packaged and ready for transport.
• Compare identifying information on incoming and outgoing shipments to bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records, including counts, weights, and measurements, to confirm accuracy.
• Determine appropriate methods of shipment by applying knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Affix shipping labels on packed cartons or stencil identifying shipping information on cartons using stencil equipment.
• Assemble wooden or cardboard containers or preassemble items into containers using spacers, fillers, and protective padding to prevent damage during transit.
• Plan and monitor daily shipments to minimize documentation discrepancies and ensure compliance with shipping requirements.
• Ensure on-time shipment and on-time documentation by coordinating bookings, following up on schedules, and monitoring shipments from point of origin to point of destination.
• Receive incoming orders of materials, equipment, and supplies and accurately enter related information into the computer system using data entry tools.
• Verify information on bills of lading, invoices, and orders against actual shipments to confirm completeness and correctness.
• Identify, document, and keep records of shortages and damages found in shipments and work with appropriate parties to resolve issues.
• Operate forklift trucks and pallet jacks safely to move materials within the warehouse and shipping/receiving areas.
• Support inventory control activities by handling, packaging, and organizing materials in accordance with company standards.

• At least 1 year of experience in shipping and receiving or a closely related warehouse role.
• Proficiency in shipping and receiving processes, including preparation, packaging, and documentation of shipments.
• Ability to determine methods of shipment using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates.
• Experience comparing shipping documentation such as bills of lading, invoices, and orders with physical shipments, including verifying counts, weights, and measurements.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry into computer systems for incoming and outgoing materials.
• Skill in operating forklift trucks safely in a warehouse environment.
• Skill in operating pallet jacks to move materials and products.
• Experience with packaging, packing, and material handling in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• High School Diploma (HS Diploma) required.

• Experience using stencil equipment to apply shipping information to cartons.
• Familiarity with assembling wooden or cardboard containers and using spacers, fillers, and protective padding for secure packaging.
• Ability to plan and monitor daily shipments to reduce documentation discrepancies and improve process accuracy.
• Experience monitoring shipments from origin to destination and coordinating with carriers or logistics partners.
• Strong attention to detail when verifying documentation and identifying shortages or damages.
• Comfort working with inventory, packaging, and general material handling tasks in a high-volume environment.

This opportunity offers a contract-to-hire path, providing a clear route to long-term employment for strong performers. Team members gain access to an on-site company gym, supporting health and wellness. You will work in a modern manufacturing facility where safety, cleanliness, and continuous improvement are priorities, and where your contributions to efficient operations are recognized and valued.

The role is based in a very large, clean manufacturing environment that produces interior components for aircraft, including galleys, closets, lavatories, floor panels, class dividers, and sidewalls. You will work in a warehouse and production setting that uses forklifts, pallet jacks, and standard packaging and material handling equipment. The facility emphasizes organization, safety, and cleanliness, providing a professional industrial atmosphere with access to a company gym on-site.

This is a Contract position based out of Huntington Beach, CA.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Huntington Beach,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 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.