Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Talentify; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Shipping and Receiving Clerk for a contract-to-hire role in Costa Mesa, CA. The position runs on 1st shift (7am–3:30pm) with potential OT and a pay rate of $22/hr, focusing on domestic and international shipments and accurate documentation in a production/warehouse environment.

The role requires experience with UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, SAP/M2M systems, and strong teamwork to ensure on-time fulfillment and safe operation of equipment in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with shipping systems and international shipments.
• Ability to operate forklift in a warehouse setting.
• Strong attention to documentation and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Run daily shipping and receiving operations, ensuring timely processing of shipments.
• Monitor shipping queue and print packing lists for efficient fulfillment.
• Coordinate orders to team for picking/packing and meet deadlines.
• Organize freight shipments and prepare required documentation.
• Process shipments using UPS WorldShip and FedEx Ship Manager.

Skills

Shipping/Receiving

Forklift operation

Communication

Tools

UPS WorldShip

FedEx Ship Manager

M2M system

SAP ERP

Job description

About this job

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Job Description

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk coordinates daily shipping and receiving activities, manages order flow in the shipping system, and supports the lead shipping specialist as a reliable backup. This role monitors the shipping queue, organizes freight shipments, and ensures accurate documentation for domestic and international orders while maintaining a safe and efficient work area.

1st shift - 7am to 3:30pm (OT 5am)

$22.hr

INTERVIEW AND START ASAP

International Shipping is a must

Responsibilities

• Run daily shipping and receiving operations, ensuring all outgoing and incoming shipments are processed accurately and on time.
• Monitor the shipping queue in the M2M system and print packing lists to support efficient order fulfillment.
• Assign orders to the team for picking and packing, coordinating workflow to meet production and shipping deadlines.
• Organize freight shipments, including scheduling carriers and preparing required documentation.
• Process shipments using UPS WorldShip and FedEx Ship Manager, ensuring correct service levels, addresses, and labels.
• Prepare and review Bills of Lading and customs documents for domestic and international shipments to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including picking, order pulling, and verifying incoming materials against documentation.
• Act as a backup to the lead person in the shipping and receiving area, stepping in to manage operations as needed.
• Follow work assignments, directions, instructions, and the Work Order Schedule provided by the Production Lead.
• Determine job order requirements based on production priorities and ensure materials and shipments align with these requirements.
• Review assembly instructions, engineering drawings, or notes on the Bill of Materials (BOM) when available to understand product and shipping requirements.
• Use hand crimpers to create discrete wires and harnesses as needed for some electronics subassemblies.
• Assemble select electronics subassemblies to install harnesses in support of shipping or production needs.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area, room, or station at all times.
• Ensure that efficiency requirements and quality standards are consistently met in shipping, receiving, and assembly tasks.
• Follow all safety requirements and safety policies, including proper handling of equipment and materials.
• Work effectively with others by using clear communication and following established processes and procedures.
• Experience with UPS and FedEx shipping systems, including UPS WorldShip and FedEx Ship Manager.
• Strong computer skills for working in systems such as M2M and other shipping or production software.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with team members and production leads.
• Ability to perform shipping and receiving tasks, including picking, order pulling, and organizing freight shipments.
• Ability to follow detailed work assignments, directions, instructions, and Work Order Schedules.
• Familiarity with wire gauges (AWG) and associated components used in wire harness fabrication.
• Knowledge of terminals, pins, lugs, and connectors typically used for wire harnesses.
• Ability to read and interpret assembly instructions, engineering drawings, and notes on Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Skill in using hand crimpers to create discrete wires and harnesses.
• Capability to assemble electronics subassemblies to install harnesses.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized work area and adhering to all safety policies.
• Focus on meeting efficiency requirements and quality standards on a regular basis.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience operating a forklift in a shipping and receiving environment.
• Experience with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for inventory and order management.
• Understanding of Bills of Lading and customs documentation for freight and international shipments.
• Ability to serve as a reliable backup to a lead shipping and receiving specialist.
• Attention to detail in documentation, labeling, and verification of shipments.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple orders and priorities simultaneously.

Why Work Here?

This temporary role offers access to a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, supporting both health and financial well-being. Available benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital plans; a 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and post-tax contribution options; voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents; short- and long-term disability; a Health Spending Account (HSA); transportation benefits; an Employee Assistance Program; and paid time off options such as PTO, vacation, or sick leave. Eligibility and specific offerings may vary based on job classification, length of employment, and plan or program terms.

The role is based in a production and warehouse environment focused on shipping, receiving, and light assembly work. You will work with systems such as M2M and SAP, and use tools including UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, hand crimpers, and standard material handling equipment, potentially including forklifts. The work involves handling packages, materials, and wire harness components, reviewing engineering drawings and Bills of Materials, and preparing shipping documentation such as Bills of Lading and customs forms. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and efficiency, with established safety policies and procedures that must be followed at all times. Dress code typically aligns with a production and warehouse setting, requiring practical attire suitable for hands-on work and adherence to safety guidelines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Costa Mesa, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $22.00/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 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 Costa Mesa,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 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.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks, the occupation this job title matches. It describes the occupation, not this job.

The median wage for Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks in California was 22.36 USD per hour (46,520 USD per year) in May 2025; the middle half earned 19.21-26.89 USD per hour.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025