Warehouse Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate Job Description

The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in supporting daily warehouse and production operations by safely loading and unloading trailers, accurately verifying inbound and outbound shipments, and assisting with inventory management activities. This position helps keep materials flowing smoothly to and from the production floor while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers, ensuring materials are handled safely and proper documentation is completed accurately.
• Support production activities by staging raw materials, removing finished products from the production floor, and reconciling product pull sheets with actual production output.
• Verify inbound and outbound shipments by performing precise product counts, assessing freight for damage, conducting QA check-in inspections, and reporting any discrepancies.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the warehouse, including general upkeep and housekeeping tasks.
• Stock shelves and ensure products and materials are stored in the correct locations for easy access and inventory accuracy.
• Assist with daily inbound and outbound UPS and FedEx shipments, including preparing packages, labeling, and coordinating pick-ups.
• Perform daily equipment checks on forklifts and other material-handling equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Handle general labor and material-handling tasks such as picking, packing, loading, unloading, and order picking.
• Lift up to 65 pounds and perform physical activities including stooping, kneeling, twisting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment while following all safety, quality, and operational procedures.
• Follow written and verbal instructions in English to complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently.

Essential Skills

• At least one year of experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to certify and operate a forklift and other material-handling equipment needed to move products and materials.
• Proven ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English accurately.
• Experience with core warehouse tasks such as picking, packing, shipping, receiving, loading, unloading, and order picking.
• Capability to lift up to 65 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks including stooping, kneeling, twisting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to work with hay and hay-based products, with no grass allergies.
• Comfort working in extreme heat and/or cold conditions as weather dictates.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including some weekend hours as needed.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and safety.
• Basic understanding of production support processes, including staging materials and handling finished goods.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience performing QA check-in inspections and reporting shipment discrepancies.
• Background in general labor and material handling in a warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with daily equipment checks and basic equipment safety procedures.
• Experience assisting with parcel carrier shipments, including UPS and FedEx.
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized workspace and support overall warehouse upkeep.
• Interest in career growth opportunities such as moving into work coach or management roles.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a supportive environment that rewards reliability, performance, and long-term commitment. Team members who maintain perfect attendance over six months are entered into a drawing for substantial bonuses, and those with six months of perfect attendance receive an additional cash reward. There is a clear pathway for growth, with opportunities to be promoted into work coach or management roles and the potential to transition to a direct position after a short period. The culture emphasizes recognition, advancement, and stability for individuals who consistently contribute to the success of the operation.

Work Environment

The role is based in a hands-on warehouse and production environment that involves working with hay, grass, and hay-based products, so the ability to work without grass allergies is important. The work is physically active and may take place in extreme heat or cold, depending on weather conditions. Multiple shift options are available, including Monday through Friday first shift from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and second shift from 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., as well as Monday through Thursday first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and second shift from 4:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. The environment is fast-paced, safety-focused, and centered on efficient material flow and production support.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $19.50/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 Omaha,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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.

\nCompany 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.

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.