Cycle Counter

Aerotek; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Cycle Counter / Warehouse Associate for the Loves Park, IL area. This role focuses on accurate inventory receiving, storage, and counting while supporting daily warehouse tasks including picking, packing, and light shipping on the overnight shift.

You will count stock, verify documentation, and help maintain safety and organization across all warehouse zones. Previous forklift or order picker experience is a plus, and the role is onsite on the 3rd shift.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in warehouse tasks such as receiving, put-away, picking, and packing preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify shipments for accuracy.
• Store and organize inventory in designated locations.
• Pick and pack orders for shipping with correct items and quantities.
• Assist with basic shipping tasks and labeling.
• Operate forklifts/order pickers when trained.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and report discrepancies.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.
• Follow safety protocols and company policies.
• Collaborate with teammates to ensure smooth warehouse workflows.

Skills

Warehouse tasks

Material handling

Attention to detail

Team communication

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Title: Cycle Counter / Warehouse Associate

Job Description

This role focuses on accurately receiving, storing, and counting inventory while supporting daily warehouse operations such as picking, packing, and limited shipping activities. You ensure stock accuracy, maintain an organized work area, and follow safety procedures to keep operations running smoothly on the overnight shift.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming shipments against documentation to ensure accuracy and quality.

• Put away inventory in designated storage locations in an organized and efficient manner.

• Accurately pick and pack orders for customer shipments, ensuring correct items, quantities, and packaging.

• Assist with basic shipping tasks, including labeling, staging, and preparing shipments for carrier pickup.

• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and order pickers when trained and authorized.

• Perform regular inventory counts and help reconcile discrepancies to maintain accurate stock levels.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in all warehouse zones.

• Follow all safety protocols, warehouse procedures, and company policies during daily operations.

• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to support smooth warehouse workflows.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform warehouse production tasks, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and basic shipping.

• Material handling experience, including moving, staging, and organizing inventory.

• General labor skills suitable for a fast-paced warehouse environment.

• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling inventory and orders.

• Good communication skills to work effectively with team members and supervisors.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and adhere to safety procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Prior warehouse experience preferred but not required.

• Experience operating forklifts and order pickers is a plus.

• Comfort working overnight hours on a consistent schedule.

• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to assist in different areas of the warehouse as needed.

Why Work Here?

You join a team-oriented warehouse environment where accuracy, safety, and collaboration are highly valued. The overnight schedule offers a consistent shift structure that can support work-life balance for those who prefer late hours. You gain hands-on experience with warehouse operations and equipment, with the opportunity to build practical skills in inventory handling, shipping, and material movement that can support long-term career growth in logistics and distribution.

Work Environment

This position is based in a warehouse environment on a 3rd shift schedule, working Sunday through Friday from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. You work in a fast-paced setting that involves standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs, and handling various materials throughout the shift. The role may include operating warehouse equipment such as forklifts and order pickers once properly trained and authorized. The facility emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and adherence to safety protocols to ensure a secure and efficient workplace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Loves Park, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Loves Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.