Shipping And Receiving Clerk - 1st Shift

Aerotek; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefit package including medical, }

401(k)

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Material Handler for first shift in Appleton, WI. The role supports shipping/receiving with forklift operation, RF scanning, picking, packing, and inventory control in a clean, safety-focused facility.

The position offers a four 10-hour shift schedule (Mon-Thu) onsite, with competitive hourly pay and benefits. This contract-to-hire role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in daily warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience.
• Warehousing experience in shipping/receiving.
• Ability to use RF scanners for inventory tracking and order processing.
• Ability to use computer systems for data entry and basic warehouse transactions.
• Experience with picking, packing, and material handling.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in picking, kitting, and packaging orders.
• Commitment to safety in a warehouse.
• Experience with inventory control and cycle counting.
• Experience with order selection and packaging in distribution/manufacturing.
• Familiarity with RF scanners in a state-of-the-art warehouse.
• Comfort working with specialized products.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform general warehousing duties to support daily shipping and receiving operations.
• Operate forklifts and cherry pickers safely to move, load, and unload materials as needed.
• Use pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to transport products within the facility.
• Pick and pull orders accurately according to work orders, pick lists, or system instructions.
• Kit parts and components according to specifications to prepare them for production or shipment.
• Package materials and products securely to prevent damage during transport.
• Support shipping activities by preparing orders for shipment and staging them in designated areas.
• Assist with receiving activities by unloading, checking, and organizing incoming materials.
• Use RF scanners to locate, track, and update inventory in the warehouse management system.
• Perform data entry in computer systems to maintain accurate inventory and order records.
• Follow inventory control procedures to ensure correct counts, locations, and documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures while operating equipment and handling materials.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehousing experience

RF scanners

Data entry

Pallet jacks

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Job Title: Material Handler 1st Shift

Job Description

The Shipping and Receiving Clerk performs a variety of warehousing duties, including operating material handling equipment, accurately picking and kitting parts, forklift operating and supporting shipping and receiving activities in a clean, modern facility. This role helps ensure products move efficiently through the warehouse while maintaining high standards of safety, accuracy, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform general warehousing duties to support daily shipping and receiving operations.

• Operate forklifts and cherry pickers safely to move, load, and unload materials as needed.

• Use pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to transport products within the facility.

• Pick and pull orders accurately according to work orders, pick lists, or system instructions.

• Kit parts and components according to specifications to prepare them for production or shipment.

• Package materials and products securely to prevent damage during transport.

• Support shipping activities by preparing orders for shipment and staging them in designated areas.

• Assist with receiving activities by unloading, checking, and organizing incoming materials.

• Use RF scanners to locate, track, and update inventory in the warehouse management system.

• Perform data entry in computer systems to maintain accurate inventory and order records.

• Follow inventory control procedures to ensure correct counts, locations, and documentation.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with safety guidelines.

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures while operating equipment and handling materials.

Essential Skills

• Previous forklift operation experience.

• Previous warehousing experience in a shipping, receiving, or general warehouse role.

• Ability to use RF scanners for inventory tracking and order processing.

• Ability to use computer systems for data entry and basic warehouse transactions.

• Experience performing general warehousing duties such as picking, packing, and material handling.

• Ability to operate pallet jacks and other basic material handling equipment.

• Attention to detail and accuracy when picking, kitting, and packaging orders.

• Commitment to working safely in a warehouse environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with inventory control processes and cycle counting.

• Background in order selection and packaging in a distribution or manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with using RF scanners in a state-of-the-art warehouse facility.

• Comfort working with interesting and specialized products.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks during a shift.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, controlled, and safety-focused environment with a strong, positive culture and a modern facility. The schedule offers four 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday, providing a consistent routine and extended weekends. Employees can benefit from a generous referral program, including a $1,000 referral bonus for both the referrer and the referral. You will contribute to building unique and highly regarded products, including items recognized as some of the coolest products manufactured in Wisconsin.

Work Environment

The role operates in a close-to-brand-new, state-of-the-art facility that is clean, bright, and safety-focused. The environment is temperate controlled at approximately 68 degrees with around 30% humidity, providing a comfortable and consistent climate throughout the year. The schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts from Monday through Thursday, with core hours from 3:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Team members use forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, RF scanners, and computer systems as part of their daily work in a modern, organized warehouse setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Appleton, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.55/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Appleton, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Appleton,WI.

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.