Warehouse Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Warehouse Associate
Job Description

Join a warehouse distribution hub in Maryville, TN as a Warehouse Associate responsible for receiving inventory from a larger distribution center, organizing it into local storage, and efficiently picking, packing, and shipping products to local customers. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, with a strong focus on accuracy, safety, and timely order fulfillment while operating order picker and reach truck forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming product from a larger distribution center and verify quantities and accuracy against documentation.
• Place received inventory into the correct local storage locations, shelves, or racks according to warehouse procedures.
• Pick products accurately for local customer orders using an order picker forklift and, when needed, a standing reach truck.
• Pack customer orders securely and appropriately to prevent damage during shipping.
• Prepare orders for shipment, including labeling, staging, and loading products for outbound delivery.
• Perform general warehouse labor such as organizing stock, maintaining clean and orderly work areas, and assisting with inventory control tasks.
• Support shipping and receiving activities by unloading incoming shipments and loading outgoing orders as needed.
• Follow all safety guidelines while operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment, including working at heights of up to 20 feet on an order picker.
• Maintain reliable attendance and arrive on time for scheduled shifts to support consistent warehouse operations.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet daily productivity and accuracy goals.

• Experience receiving, picking, packing, and shipping products in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to operate an order picker forklift safely at heights of up to 20 feet for the majority of the shift.
• Ability to operate a standing reach truck to pick products for orders when required.
• Knowledge of basic inventory control practices, including putting stock away and maintaining accurate warehouse inventory.
• Capability to perform general labor tasks such as loading, unloading, and organizing materials.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate order picking, packing, and shipping.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality to support consistent warehouse operations.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced warehouse setting.

• Previous experience in a warehouse distribution hub environment.
• Familiarity with shipping and receiving processes and documentation.
• Comfort working at elevated heights on an order picker.
• Ability to follow established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Willingness to assist with a variety of warehouse tasks as business needs change.

Enjoy a stable weekday schedule with paid holidays and the opportunity to transition from contract to permanent employment. Join a small, close-knit team where your reliability and contributions directly support local customers and warehouse operations.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse distribution hub in Maryville, TN with a team of approximately 10 employees. The schedule runs Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., including a 1-hour lunch and two 15-minute breaks. The position is highly active and requires standing for most of the shift while operating an order picker forklift at heights up to 20 feet, as well as occasional use of a standing reach truck. The environment involves typical warehouse conditions, including regular loading, unloading, and movement of inventory, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and efficient order fulfillment. Paid holidays are provided as part of the work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maryville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Maryville,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.