Shipping Clerk

Talentify; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Disability insurance

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Aerotek in Columbus, OH is hiring for a shipping/receiving role in a modern, automated warehouse. You will pick, pack, and prepare orders for outbound shipments, operating pallet jacks, reach trucks, and other equipment as needed.

Responsibilities include accurate order picking, labeling shipments, and collaborating with team members to ensure on-time fulfillment in a safety-focused environment. This is a contract-to-hire onsite position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 6+ months experience picking and pulling orders with pallet jack or reach truck
• 6+ months experience in shipping or receiving
• Hands-on warehouse experience including order picking and packing
• Experience operating pallet jacks and material handling equipment
• Background in shipping/receiving processes and procedures

Responsibilities

• Support daily outbound and inbound operations in shipping
• Pick and pull customer orders using electric pallet jack or reach truck
• Pack orders securely to meet quality and delivery standards
• Prepare shipments with labeling, staging, and pallet organization
• Handle materials with pallet jacks, forklifts and other equipment
• Use RF scanners to locate, verify, and record inventory and order info
• Assist with shipping/receiving, unloading/loading shipments
• Follow safety procedures and keep work area clean in a fast-paced environment
• Participate in training on shipping processes and systems
• Collaborate with team to ensure on-time order fulfillment

Skills

Electric pallet jack

Reach truck

RF scanners

Order picking

Shipping & receiving

Tools

RF scanners

Forklift

Job description

About this job

This role works in a modern shipping department, focusing on picking, packing, and shipping orders while operating an electric pallet jack and other warehouse equipment. You will handle materials, prepare orders for shipment, and support overall shipping and receiving operations in a clean, highly automated facility.

Responsibilities

• Work in the shipping department to support daily outbound and inbound operations.
• Pick and pull customer orders accurately using an electric pallet jack or reach truck.
• Pack orders securely and efficiently to meet quality and delivery standards.
• Prepare shipments, including labeling, staging, and organizing pallets for carrier pickup.
• Handle materials throughout the warehouse using pallet jacks, forklifts, and other equipment as needed.
• Use RF scanners to locate, verify, and record inventory and order information.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities, including unloading, loading, and verifying incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area in a busy, automated environment.
• Participate in training on shipping processes and systems to perform job duties accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate clearly to ensure smooth workflow and on-time order fulfillment.
• At least 6 months of experience picking and pulling orders using an electric pallet jack or reach truck.
• At least 6 months of experience working in a shipping or receiving position.
• Hands-on experience in a warehouse environment, including order picking and packing.
• Experience operating pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
• Background in shipping and receiving processes and procedures.
• Ability to use RF scanners for order picking and inventory tracking.
• Forklift and material handling experience in a warehouse setting.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate order fulfillment and shipment preparation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in warehouse operations, including pick pack and pallet preparation.
• Experience working with automated warehouse equipment and systems.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Willingness to learn and cross-train on additional shipping functions.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, modern facility that prioritizes safety and promotes a culture of growth and internal advancement. The organization offers strong benefits and supports career development, giving you the opportunity to move into other roles over time. You will work with leading-edge warehouse automation in a friendly environment that values teamwork, reliability, and long-term success.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

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 Ohio was 21.76 USD per hour (45,270 USD per year) in May 2025; the middle half earned 18.61–23.97 USD per hour.

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