Warehouse Associate

Aerotek is hiring IMMEDIATELY for Warehouse Associates in Smyrna, DE offering weekly pay! Starting pay is $20.00/hour. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity!

Job Description

The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in one of the most physically demanding areas of the facility, handling loading and unloading, order picking, cutting products to customer specifications, and general material handling. This position requires comfort with strenuous physical labor in a fast-paced warehouse environment, strict adherence to safety procedures, and a strong commitment to accuracy and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks safely and efficiently.
• Lift, carry, move, and stack heavy materials throughout the warehouse.
• Operate cutting equipment to process materials according to work orders and customer specifications.
• Accurately pick and stage orders for shipment.
• Use RF scanners and related equipment to support order picking, packing, and shipping activities.
• Verify product quantities and inspect materials for quality issues or damage.
• Perform general material handling tasks, including unloading, stocking, and organizing inventory.
• Support shipping and receiving operations as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Adhere to attendance and punctuality expectations to support team productivity.
• Work overtime when required to meet operational demands.

Essential Skills

• Experience in general labor or warehouse work, including loading, material handling, or manufacturing, preferred.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor for the duration of the shift in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, move, and stack heavy materials safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to read work orders and follow instructions accurately.
• Attention to detail when picking orders, verifying quantities, and inspecting materials for quality and damage.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to workplace safety.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality, with a proven ability to arrive on time consistently.
• Ability to work overtime as needed to support operational requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse, shipping and receiving, or distribution settings.
• Experience with order picking, packing, and material handling.
• Familiarity with RF scanners for inventory and order management.
• Ability to operate forklifts or other warehouse equipment (if certified and required by the facility).
• Strong communication skills to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy warehouse environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from the opportunity to get started quickly in a well-established logistics and supply chain environment with strong job stability. The organization is known for offering competitive pay, especially for individuals who demonstrate strong performance and are converted to direct employment. Team members can build a long-term career in a large, stable network that values reliability, safety, and consistent performance.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse and distribution setting that is not temperature controlled, so conditions may vary with the seasons. The work is very physical and requires frequent lifting, carrying, and moving of heavy materials throughout the shift. The environment is fast-paced, focused on safety, and centered around shipping, receiving, order picking, and material handling using warehouse equipment and RF scanners. Candidates should be prepared for a hands-on role in an industrial facility and comfortable adhering to all safety procedures and guidelines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Smyrna, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Smyrna,DE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 13, 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.