Shipping Associate
AerotekJob Title: Shipping AssociateJob Description
The Shipping Associate ensures that products are accurately stored, picked, packed, and prepared for shipment within a warehouse environment. This role uses ERP and warehouse management systems to process orders, applies correct shipping labels and freight information, and supports daily shipping operations while maintaining a safe, clean, and organize
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Responsibilities
• Accurately store incoming and existing products in designated warehouse locations according to established processes.
• Prepare customer orders for shipment by picking, packing, and staging products in line with standard operating procedures.
• Label and meter packages using various freight and shipping systems to ensure correct carrier, service level, and destination information.
• Process and complete orders using the ERP system to maintain accurate inventory and shipping records.
• Perform daily preparations for the following days shipping activities, including organizing materials, staging orders, and verifying documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment in the warehouse by following housekeeping and safety guidelines.
• Support divisional initiatives related to Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Follow all warehouse, shipping, and receiving procedures to ensure timely and accurate delivery to customer sites.
• Assist with inventory control activities, including counting, tracking, and reconciling stock as needed.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve shipping, inventory, or documentation issues promptly.
Essential Skills
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Ability to perform packing and order preparation tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Hands-on experience with inventory control or inventory management activities.
• Familiarity with warehouse shipping operations, including staging and loading orders.
• Ability to use ERP systems to process and track orders.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) or similar inventory software.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate labeling, documentation, and order fulfillment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Comfort working with multiple freight and shipping systems for labeling and metering packages.
• Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and regulatory guidelines.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple orders and tasks during the shift.
• Willingness to support quality and environmental initiatives such as QMS and EMS.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work the scheduled shift consistently.
Why Work Here?
You join a team-focused warehouse environment that values accuracy, safety, and continuous improvement. The role offers a stable schedule and the opportunity to build and strengthen skills in shipping, inventory control, and ERP/WMS systems. You contribute directly to high-quality service for customers while working in an organization that emphasizes compliance, quality standards, and operational excellence.
Work Environment
This position is based in a warehouse and distribution center environment, working Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. You work around racking, pallets, and material handling equipment while using ERP and warehouse management systems, along with various freight and shipping systems for labeling and metering packages. The facility emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to clear dress code guidelines: closed-toe shoes must be worn at all times; long pants are required and must be worn at waist level with undergarments not visible; shorts and tank tops or cutoff shirts are not allowed. Hooded sweatshirts are permitted, but hoods must remain down while on the floor. Hats of any type are not allowed, and shirts must not display slogans, p