Shipping & Inventory Specialist

Aerotek

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 24,000 - 34,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Material Handler in San Diego, CA, on 1st shift, to support daily shipping, receiving, and stockroom operations. You will coordinate with planning and manufacturing to prepare materials and orders for the floor and ensure timely shipments.

The role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with shipping systems, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, with a 8:30 a.m. meeting daily and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a warehouse environment.
Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving operations.
Proficiency in material handling and order picking processes.
Experience using the FedEx web portal to schedule pickup times.
Experience in shipping exports and handling outbound international or domestic shipments.
Proven experience conducting cycle counts, with the ability to perform these on a weekly basis.
Computer literacy, including the ability to perform basic data entry and navigate shipping systems.
Competence in communicating over email in a professional and clear manner.
Experience with inventory activities, including stock checks and basic stock rotation.
Experience with packaging processes to ensure secure and accurate shipments.
Ability to use RF scanners for picking, inventory, or shipping tasks.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds independently.
Ability to follow directions from planning and production supervisors and work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Review shipping schedules with the shipping lead and planner to understand daily priorities.
Engage with stockroom functions to ensure required materials and products are available for shipment and production.
Work with the manufacturing team to help pick orders and gather materials needed on the production floor.
Review spreadsheets and other documentation to determine what materials are needed on the manufacturing floors.
Assist with floor resupply by picking and delivering raw materials to manufacturing teams as required.
Locate and gather items for shipment based on packing lists, order instructions, and shipping documents.
Verify item quantities and descriptions against order details to ensure accuracy before shipment.
Assist in packaging items securely for shipment using appropriate packaging materials and methods.
Apply pre-generated shipping labels accurately to packages to ensure correct routing and delivery.
Help prepare basic shipping documents such as packing slips and address labels under supervision.
Assist with data entry into shipping systems, including carrier portals and internal tools, to process shipments.
Support loading and unloading of shipments and interact with drivers for basic tasks under guidance.
Assist in tracking outgoing shipments using provided systems and promptly report any initial issues to senior team members.
Help maintain organization and cleanliness in the shipping and stockroom areas to support efficient operations.
Conduct weekly cycle counts and assist with basic inventory counts and stock rotation tasks.
Participate in the daily 8:30 a.m. production meeting to receive direction from the planning team and production supervisor.
Follow all safety procedures and handling guidelines, including safe lifting practices for materials up to 20 pounds.