Shipping And Receiving Worker

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Worker

Job Description

This role focuses on shipping, receiving, and material handling within a busy warehouse and distribution environment. You will ensure that incoming and outgoing inventory is processed accurately, safely, and efficiently, supporting production, assembly, and overall warehouse operations. The position requires hands-on work with inventory control, cycle counting, and the use of shipping equipment and systems.

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, process, 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 activities, including tracking, updating, and reconciling inventory records.
• Conduct inventory and cycle counts to maintain accurate stock levels and support inventory control processes.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area while following all safety standards and regulations.
• Handle materials safely and efficiently, including loading, unloading, and moving items throughout the facility.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow and meet production and shipping goals.
• Follow established warehouse procedures, documentation requirements, and shipping/receiving guidelines.
• Report any discrepancies, damages, or safety concerns promptly to the appropriate personnel.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of shipping and receiving experience; 2 or more years is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with inventory control and cycle counting in a warehouse environment.
• Material handling experience, including moving, loading, and unloading products safely.
• Familiarity with warehouse operations and inventory management processes.
• Ability to operate shipping equipment and shipping systems used for processing and verifying materials.
• Understanding of safety standards and protocols in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling inventory and documentation.
• Ability to perform order pulling and support production needs.
• High school diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a manufacturing company, warehouse building, or distribution center.
• Forklift experience or the ability to learn and operate material handling equipment safely.
• Experience with order pulling and supporting production and assembly lines.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate tasks with team members and other departments.
• Ability to work various shifts and adapt to rotating weekend schedules as needed.
• Reliability and consistency in meeting productivity, quality, and safety expectations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, manufacturing-based operation that values safety, teamwork, and reliability. The environment offers multiple shift options to help align with different scheduling needs, along with opportunities to gain broad experience in warehouse operations, inventory management, and production support. You can develop practical skills with shipping systems, material handling equipment, and inventory processes while working in a structured, well-organized facility. The culture emphasizes collaboration, clear communication, and adherence to safety standards, creating a supportive setting for long-term growth.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing warehouse and distribution center setting, with work performed in a large facility environment. Candidates report to one of two nearby sites in the same area. Work is hands-on and primarily on the warehouse floor, involving regular movement, material handling, and interaction with production and shipping areas. Multiple shifts are available, including 3:00 PM–11:00 PM Monday–Friday, and 11:00 PM–7:00 AM Sunday–Thursday. There may be a mandatory six-day schedule at times, with rotating weekend assignments (for example, working Saturday one weekend and Sunday the next). The environment follows established safety standards and protocols, and employees are expected to maintain a clean, organized workspace appropriate for a manufacturing and warehouse setting.

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

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

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.

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 Blauvelt,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 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.

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.