Supervisory Clerk

Aerotek

Suffolk, VA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$21–$23 Per Hour

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Billing, Candidate Screening, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Computer Workstations, Construction, Cost Control, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Distribution Warehousing, Document Management, Documentation, Forklift, Fortune 500 Customers, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Identify Issues, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Logistics, Logistics Management, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Operational Support, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Shipments, Project Tracking, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Shipping Documents, Shipping/Receiving, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Time Management, Warehousing

LOCATION

Suffolk, VA

POSTED

Today

**Job Title: Shipping and Inventory Specialist** **Pay: $21-23/hour** **Job Description** This role oversees the preparation, packaging, and shipment of samples and products while maintaining accurate inventory records within a warehouse environment. You will manage shipping documentation, select optimal carriers, and use warehouse management and shipping systems to ensure accurate, timely deliveries. The position combines hands-on warehouse work with detailed data entry and coordination across internal teams and external carriers. **Responsibilities** + Prepare, package, and seal samples and products for shipment, ensuring all safety, handling, and regulatory requirements are followed. + Select the most efficient shipping method based on destination, required timelines, and cost considerations. + Create and manage all shipping documentation, including labels, packing slips, bills of lading, invoices, and customs forms. + Use shipping platforms such as UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, DHL systems, and warehouse management systems (WMS) to process and track outgoing shipments. + Maintain accurate digital logs of all shipments, including inventory levels, tracking numbers, and recipient details. + Monitor in-transit shipments, track progress, and troubleshoot delays to ensure on-time delivery. + Coordinate with couriers, internal teams, vendors, and receiving contacts to schedule pickups and resolve shipment issues. + Perform inventory control tasks, including cycle counting, to ensure accurate warehouse inventory records. + Operate or support the use of RF scan guns to track inventory movement and update system records. + Keep the shipping workstation and surrounding work areas organized, clean, and fully stocked at all times. + Use shipping and tracking data to identify process improvements, streamline workflow, and help reduce shipping costs. + Support quality assurance activities related to shipments and inventory accuracy. + Take on additional warehouse and logistics responsibilities as needed to support overall operations. **Essential Skills** + Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word. + Proficiency with shipping software and platforms such as UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, DHL systems, and warehouse management systems (WMS). + Experience working in logistics, shipping, or inventory management. + Previous experience with inventory control and cycle counting in a distribution warehouse environment. + Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) for tracking and managing inventory. + Capability to operate an RF scan gun for inventory and shipment processing. + Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct errors before they become problems. + Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and manage multiple shipments simultaneously. + Strong communication skills for collaborating with carriers, vendors, and internal teams. + Solid understanding of domestic and international shipping procedures and carrier regulations. + Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform a high volume of walking in a warehouse setting. + High level of organization and accuracy in maintaining records and documentation. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience working in a distribution warehouse handling food products is a plus. + Capability to operate a forklift is a plus. + Experience or exposure to quality assurance processes within a warehouse or distribution environment. + Demonstrated ability to be highly flexible and take on additional responsibilities as required. + Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently without constant supervision. + Strong organizational habits, including keeping records accurate and work areas tidy. + Analytical mindset with the ability to use shipping and tracking data to improve workflow and reduce costs. + Reliable and dependable work style, ensuring every shipment is correct, complete, and on time. **Why Work Here?** You will work in a brand-new, modern facility designed for efficiency and comfort, with your own dedicated workstation and tools. This is a newly created position, giving you the opportunity to become a cornerstone of a growing operation and help shape processes from the ground up. The organization is looking to bring someone on permanently, offering stability, long-term growth potential, and the chance to develop your career in logistics and inventory management. **Work Environment** The role is based in a climate-controlled warehouse environment designed to support both comfort and productivity. You will work at your own shipping and inventory workstation, using warehouse management systems, RF scan guns, and major carrier shipping platforms such as UPS, FedEx, and DHL. The position involves frequent walking throughout the warehouse and handling packages up to 40 pounds. The facility is new and well-organized, with an emphasis on cleanliness, safety, and maintaining a tidy work area. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Suffolk, VA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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 Suffolk,VA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026. **About Aerotek** 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.

About the Company

Aerotek

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.

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.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1983

WEBSITE

https://www.aerotek.com/

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