Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Associate, Sterling, VA

Permanent, Direct Placement Position (No contract involved)
$19/hr-$20/hr
1st shift, off every other friday
Job Description
The Warehouse Associate maintains accurate inventory records, supports regular cycle counts, and ensures proper material movement and storage within the warehouse and production areas. This role focuses on inventory accuracy, organization, and adherence to standard work procedures while supporting daily warehouse and production operations. This role is based in a warehouse environment located next to an assembly area in a brand-new facility. The work involves regular physical activity, including lifting up to 50 lbs, moving materials, and working around warehouse equipment such as forklifts and RF scanners. The facility follows 5S standards, promoting a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.
Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and variances in a timely and thorough manner.
• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against packing slips and purchase orders.
• Ensure all materials are properly labeled, stored, and placed in the correct inventory locations.
• Perform material transactions accurately using inventory systems and complete them promptly.
• Stage and issue materials to production as required to support manufacturing schedules.
• Maintain a clean, organized warehouse in accordance with 5S standards and safety guidelines.
• Handle materials safely and efficiently, including loading, unloading, and moving inventory.
• Use RF scanners and related warehouse technology to track and update inventory data.
• Collaborate with production and other teams to ensure material availability and workflow continuity.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of experience in a warehouse, inventory control, or manufacturing environment.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Hands-on experience with inventory control, including cycle counts, audits, and discrepancy resolution.
• Ability to perform shipping and receiving tasks, including inspecting and verifying incoming materials.
• Forklift operation experience, with current certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Proficiency using RF scanners for inventory tracking and material transactions.
• Basic math skills for counting, reconciliation, and inventory adjustments.
• Basic data entry skills and computer literacy for working with inventory management or ERP systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical warehouse tasks such as bending, standing, and moving materials.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a warehouse environment adjacent to production or assembly areas.
• Familiarity with 5S or similar organizational and workplace efficiency methodologies.
• Experience with inventory management or ERP systems in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Background in material handling, warehouse inventory processes, and inventory control best practices.
• Comfort working with shipping and receiving documentation such as packing slips and purchase orders.

Why Work Here?
You will work in a brand-new facility with a structured schedule that supports work-life balance. The environment emphasizes organization, safety, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills in inventory control, material handling, and warehouse operations while contributing to efficient production support.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Stafford, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $39520.00 - $41600.00/yr.
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.
including health insurance, 401K plan, vacation days, paid holidays and sick leave. You will be eligible to the employers match under the Companys 401K plan after you have completed 6 full months of employment with the Company. (c)Paid Time-Off: You will be eligible to earn up to fifteen (15) days of paid vacation per calendar year, which will accrue monthly on a pro-rata basis. Vacation days not used in a specific year can be accumulated for use in future years up to a maximum of ten (10) days in total.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Stafford,VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.