Shipping And Receiving Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Worker Job Description

This role focuses on shipping, receiving, and material handling within a fast-paced warehouse and manufacturing environment. You will receive, inspect, store, and distribute materials while maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting production and distribution operations. The position requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and effective communication with team members across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and store incoming inventory items in accordance with established company protocols and procedures.
• Perform quality control checks on incoming and outgoing shipments to verify product accuracy, condition, and integrity.
• Operate shipping equipment and systems to safely transport, load, and verify materials within the warehouse.
• Locate, pick, and gather products for distribution to production workers, assembly lines, or shipping areas.
• Assist with inventory management by tracking, recording, and updating inventory levels and locations.
• Conduct or support inventory and cycle counts to maintain accurate stock records.
• Handle materials safely and efficiently, including operating forklifts or other material handling equipment as required.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and organized work area, consistently adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow and meet production and shipping deadlines.
• Follow established warehouse procedures, including documentation and use of shipping systems, to ensure accurate and timely order processing.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of shipping and receiving experience; 2 or more years is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with inventory control, including inventory and cycle counting.
• Material handling experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations and inventory management processes.
• Knowledge of shipping equipment and shipping systems used in warehouse operations.
• Understanding of safety standards and protocols in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately verify products and documentation.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with shipping and receiving functions in a manufacturing or distribution center.
• Background in inventory control and stock management.
• Material handling skills, including the ability to move, lift, and stage products safely.
• Forklift experience or the ability to learn and operate forklifts and related equipment.
• Order pulling and picking experience in a production or warehouse setting.
• Experience supporting production operations by supplying materials to production lines or assembly areas.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing and distribution operation that offers multiple shift options to fit different scheduling needs. The environment emphasizes safety, teamwork, and clear communication, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills in shipping, receiving, and inventory control. With openings across several shifts and locations, you gain flexibility and the potential for consistent hours in a structured and supportive workplace.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing company within a warehouse and distribution center setting. Work takes place in a large warehouse facility, with operations supported at two nearby sites located approximately 10 minutes apart. The role involves working around shipping equipment, material handling tools, and warehouse systems, including forklifts and related machinery. There are three primary shifts available: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM Sunday through Thursday. There are openings on all shifts, and schedules may include a mandatory six-day workweek with rotating weekend assignments, alternating between Saturday and Sunday based on the schedule. The environment is production- and deadline-driven, requiring consistent adherence to safety protocols, organized work habits, and readiness to work in a busy warehouse atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Orangeburg, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orangeburg,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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.

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.

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.