Receiver

Aerotek; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Vacation

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek in Washington state is seeking a Receiver to unload materials, inspect quality, and update inventory records. You will operate a forklift and verify test reports to keep production on schedule.

Responsibilities include data entry, measuring materials, and collaborating with Quality and Operations to resolve discrepancies while maintaining a safe warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a forklift safely in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry into inventory systems.
• Competence in reading test reports and ensuring material specs are met.
• Strong organizational skills to support production scheduling.
• Good communication with Quality and Operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to unload materials from trucks and containers.
• Perform quality inspections and verify test reports for received items.
• Enter accurate data into the inventory system for stock levels.
• Read and interpret test reports to confirm specifications.
• Maintain inventory, organize materials, and support production schedule.
• Measure materials with calipers and tape measures for tolerances.
• Document first article receipt and update work orders with codes.
• Communicate quality concerns with relevant departments.

Skills

Forklift operation

Quality inspections

Data entry

Inventory management

Reading test reports

Measurement accuracy

Communication

Production scheduling

Safety discipline

Job description

Job Title: Receiver Job Description

The Receiver plays a key role in the warehouse by safely unloading incoming materials, performing thorough quality inspections, and accurately updating inventory records. This position operates a forklift, measures and verifies materials against test reports, and ensures that all received items are correctly documented and organized to support a smooth production schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to unload flatbed trucks and containers.
• Perform quality inspections on received materials, including both physical checks and verification of test reports.
• Read and interpret test reports to confirm that materials meet required specifications.
• Enter accurate data into the inventory system to record incoming materials and stock levels.
• Work to a defined production schedule, prioritizing and organizing workload to meet operational timelines.
• Measure materials using calibrated calipers and tape measures to confirm dimensions and tolerances.
• Complete first article receipt documentation for new or initial material shipments.
• Manage inventory stock levels and organization of materials within the warehouse.
• Update and status work orders with the appropriate production codes in the system.
• Communicate promptly with Quality and Operations departments regarding any quality concerns or discrepancies.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work area in the warehouse.
• Follow established procedures and guidelines for receiving, handling, and storing materials.

Essential Skills

• Proficient forklift operation skills in a warehouse or shipping and receiving environment.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including unloading and handling materials.
• Ability to perform accurate data entry into inventory or warehouse management systems.
• Strong computer skills for working with inventory and production-related software.
• Ability to read and understand test reports and basic technical documentation.
• Good mathematical skills for measurements, quantity verification, and basic calculations.
• Strong spatial recognition skills for organizing and locating materials efficiently.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues in Quality and Operations.
• Comfort working in a production environment for the majority of the time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control or stock management within a warehouse setting.
• Familiarity with using calibrated measuring tools such as calipers and tape measures.
• Attention to detail when verifying material specifications and completing documentation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload according to a production schedule.
• Capability to perform occasional office-based tasks related to documentation and data entry.

Why Work Here?

Join a team-focused environment where accuracy, safety, and collaboration are valued every day. You will work closely with operations and quality professionals, gaining exposure to production processes while contributing directly to efficient workflow. The role offers a stable, structured setting with clear procedures, providing opportunities to build strong technical and warehouse skills over time.

Work Environment

This role is based primarily in a production warehouse environment, with frequent hands-on work involving forklifts, measuring tools such as calibrated calipers and tape measures, and computer systems for inventory and work order management. You will spend most of your time on the warehouse floor handling materials and managing stock, with occasional office work for documentation and data entry. The environment emphasis safety, organization, and adherence to established processes, with practical work attire suitable for an active, industrial setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fife, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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.

• 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fife, WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fife,WA.

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.