Shipping And Receiving Specialist

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Specialist
Job Description

The Shipping and Receiving Specialist accurately processes, ships, and receives products while maintaining organized inventory and a clean, safe warehouse. This role operates forklifts and other material-handling equipment, works closely with warehouse staff to fulfill customer orders, and ensures all transactions are correctly recorded in the Warehouse Management System.

Responsibilities

• Ship units to customers by managing and organizing distribution center transfers and stock orders.
• Organize all printed orders from the sales department that require shipping to ensure timely processing.
• Double-check all orders before shipment to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Load and unload trucks using a forklift and by hand as needed.
• Process all orders accurately in the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Communicate any backorders or inventory issues promptly to the warehouse lead or supervisor.
• Perform daily cycle counts on components and record results in the inventory management system.
• Enter daily inventory data to keep records accurate and up to date.
• Tag purchased units clearly and correctly for proper identification and tracking.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse space at all times.
• Work with warehouse staff to pull, pick, pack, and ship or deliver orders to customers in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Assist with general warehouse duties, including stocking shelves, kitting parts or components, and supporting overall warehouse cleanliness.
• Use pallet jacks and small electric hoists to move and position materials as needed.
• Access outside storage areas daily and assist with loading, unloading, or other tasks outdoors when required, including during inclement weather.
• Perform other warehouse and shipping tasks as directed to support smooth operations.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of warehouse experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of forklift operating experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• At least 1 year of basic computer skills, including use of shipping software and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes.
• Hands-on experience with inventory and inventory control activities.
• Ability to use RF scanners for warehouse inventory tasks.
• Ability to safely operate a sit-down forklift.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a warehouse team.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure order accuracy and proper documentation.
• Ability to perform physical warehouse tasks, including loading and unloading materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with warehouse inventory management is a plus.
• Comfort using pallet jacks and small electric hoists.
• Willingness to work mostly indoors but also outside when needed, including during inclement weather.
• Ability to adapt to different equipment as new material-handling options are introduced.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain orderly storage areas and accurate records.
• Reliability and punctuality to support consistent warehouse operations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable operation with a strong track record of job security and no layoffs. The role offers the opportunity to learn all aspects of the shop and warehouse on the job, without requiring extensive prior knowledge. Over time, you can grow into a lead position, with the potential to earn a higher hourly rate and bonus opportunities. Overtime is not typically capped, providing additional earning potential for those who want extra hours. This environment supports learning, skill development, and internal advancement for motivated team members.

Work Environment

You will work in a manufacturing environment that includes an assembly line focused on transmission tear downs and a busy warehouse where products are received and shipped. The facility is not climate controlled, so temperatures will vary with the seasons. Most duties take place indoors, but you will regularly access outside storage areas and occasionally work in the elements, including during inclement weather, to load, unload, or move materials. The position primarily uses a sit-down forklift, along with pallet jacks, small electric hoists, RF scanners, and standard warehouse equipment. Typical hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime as needed, which may involve starting an hour early or staying an hour late. The work setting emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork in a fast-paced warehouse and production environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Algona, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/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 Algona,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 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.

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.