Shipping And Receiving Associate Needed

Aerotek; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Shipping and Receiving Associate for the Wichita, KS area. This on-site role runs on the 1st shift (6am–3:30pm), Monday to Friday, and involves loading trucks, forklift operation, and possible crane work.

You will read work orders, locate parts, and securely load shipments, while maintaining a clean, safe warehouse environment. Ideal candidates have 0–5 years in warehousing, basic math and computer skills, and the ability to stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination.
• Ability to stand for sustained periods of time.
• Push or pull 80 pounds of force.
• Go up and down off truck trailers repeatedly.
• Work in temperatures in excess of 100 degrees F and below 32 degrees F.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.
• Move inventory or equipment and fill customer orders.
• Pull material from racks, unload incoming material, and load trucks or customer vehicles.
• Help maintain the upkeep of the warehouse.
• Receive and place or return items into stock inventory locations.
• Pull and assemble orders based on reviewing work or shipping orders or other documentation.
• Tag material for proper identification and complete all required documentation.
• Move material from receiving or production areas to storage or other designated areas using forklifts, side loaders, or cranes.
• Operate yard trucks for loading and unloading trailers.
• Maintain work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Sort and place material on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequences such as size, type, or product code.
• Conduct spot checks on inventory and complete daily and/or ad hoc checks for proper tagging of material, as directed.
• Report any irregularities to the supervisor for direction.
• Restock material.
• Occasionally drive motor vehicles (non-DOT trucks) for local deliveries and parts pick-ups.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift operator

Shipping

Receiving

Material handling

Overhead cranes

Reading instructions

Basic math

Computer skills

Time management

Decision making

Lifting 100 lbs

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Associate Job Description

Join our team as a Shipping and Receiving Associate, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our logistics run smoothly. This role involves working on the 1st shift from 6am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. You will be responsible for loading trucks overnight, ensuring they are ready for dispatch in the morning. This position may require the operation of forklifts, side loaders, or overhead cranes. Your duties include reading work orders, locating parts, and securely loading them onto trucks.

Responsibilities

• Complete basic, routine tasks with detailed instructions.
• Move inventory or equipment and fill customer orders.
• Pull material from racks, unload incoming material, and load trucks or customer vehicles.
• Help maintain the upkeep of the warehouse.
• Receive and place or return items into stock inventory locations.
• Pull and assemble orders based on reviewing work or shipping orders or other documentation.
• Tag material for proper identification and complete all required documentation.
• Move material from receiving or production areas to storage or other designated areas using forklifts, side loaders, or cranes.
• Operate yard trucks for loading and unloading trailers.
• Maintain work area in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Sort and place material on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequences such as size, type, or product code.
• Conduct spot checks on inventory and complete daily and/or ad hoc checks for proper tagging of material, as directed.
• Report any irregularities to the supervisor for direction.
• Restock material.
• Occasionally drive motor vehicles (non-DOT trucks) for local deliveries and parts pick-ups.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Essential Skills

• Experience in forklift operation, shipping, and receiving.
• Material handling and inventory control skills.
• Proficiency in lifting boxes, packaging, stocking, and loading/unloading trucks.
• Experience with overhead cranes.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions.
• Basic measurement and arithmetic skills.
• Basic computer proficiency and knowledge of software applications.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including knowledge, experience, and judgment.
• Ability to lift 100 pounds occasionally and 60 pounds repetitively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 0-5 years of relevant experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School diploma/GED preferred.
• Warehousing and material handling experience preferred.
• Ability to show adequate manual dexterity, finger dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, and multi-limb coordination.
• Ability to stand for sustained periods of time.
• Ability to push or pull 80 pounds of force.
• Ability to go up and down off truck trailers repeatedly.
• Ability to work in temperatures in excess of 100 degrees F and below 32 degrees F.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with supervisors and co-workers.

Why Work Here?

This is a direct placement opportunity in a collaborative team environment, where teamwork is essential to every role. Employees are provided with all necessary personal protective equipment, including steel-toed boots, hi-vis shirts, hard hats, safety glasses, and arm guards. Enjoy eligibility for safety and wellness bonuses, and potentially end-of-year bonuses based on company success. Our company loves to promote from within, fostering growth and advancement opportunities. Experience a close-knit, family atmosphere within a small company of 53 employees.

Work Environment

The work environment is in a non-climate-controlled facility. Employees are required to wear jeans or work pants, and are not permitted to wear shorts, sweats, or leggings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wichita, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45000.00 - $55000.00/yr.

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.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wichita, KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

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.