Shipping Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shipping Lead Job Description

The Warehouse/Shipping Lead oversees daily warehouse and shipping operations to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient movement of products. This role leads and supports warehouse associates, coordinates inbound and outbound shipments, maintains inventory accuracy, and upholds safety and quality standards. The position suits a hands-on leader with experience in warehouse logistics who can drive productivity in a fast-paced, small warehouse environment.

• Lead and support warehouse and shipping team members in daily operations, providing direction and guidance throughout the shift.
• Oversee inbound and outbound shipping activities to ensure accurate, timely, and efficient movement of products.
• Ensure accurate documentation for all shipments, including shipping labels, packing lists, and related records.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through regular counts, proper storage, and effective inventory control practices.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and safety standards, and take corrective action when necessary.
• Coordinate and participate in shipping and receiving activities, including loading, unloading, and staging products.
• Supervise picking and packing operations to ensure orders are fulfilled correctly and on time.
• Use data entry and RF scanners to record inventory movements and shipment details in warehouse systems.
• Train employees on warehouse procedures, safety practices, and use of equipment and systems.
• Assist with scheduling staff and planning workflow to meet operational demands and deadlines.
• Troubleshoot operational issues related to shipping, receiving, and inventory, and implement process improvements.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed to resolve shipment or inventory discrepancies.
• Ensure the warehouse remains clean, organized, and compliant with safety and quality standards.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in warehouse, shipping, or logistics operations.
• Demonstrated lead or supervisory experience in a warehouse or shipping environment.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving processes.
• Proficiency in picking and packing orders accurately and efficiently.
• Inventory control experience, including counting, tracking, and maintaining stock accuracy.
• Data entry skills for recording shipments and inventory transactions.
• Experience using RF scanners in a warehouse setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and support a team.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members and other departments.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload.
• Effective problem-solving skills to address operational issues and improve processes.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs as part of daily warehouse activities.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time while performing warehouse duties.

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in warehouse, shipping, or logistics is preferred.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) is a plus.
• Bilingual skills in Spanish and English are beneficial for communicating with a diverse team.
• Experience working in a small warehouse environment is an advantage.

You will join a team-oriented warehouse environment where your leadership and operational skills make a direct impact on daily results. The role offers the opportunity to take ownership of shipping and warehouse processes, contribute to continuous improvement, and grow your experience in logistics and team leadership. You will work in a stable, structured setting with clear responsibilities and the chance to develop both technical and supervisory capabilities.

The position is based in a small, temperature-controlled warehouse, providing a comfortable and consistent working environment. You will spend most of the day on your feet, standing for extended periods while performing picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and inventory tasks. The role involves regular use of RF scanners and warehouse systems, as well as handling products up to 20 lbs. The setting is hands-on and collaborative, with close interaction among team members to keep operations running smoothly.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Princeton, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Princeton,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.