Shipping & Receiving

Aerotek; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Shipping & Receiving specialist in Waunakee, WI to pick, pack, and move orders using sit-down forklifts and RF scanning tools. This on-site role requires handling 50–75lbs and standing for long periods, with a 2nd shift from 3pm to 11pm and a $1 premium.

The position is contract to hire, pays $23.00 per hour, and offers benefits consistent with Aerotek’s standard programs. Applicants must be able to operate forklifts and read shipping documents, with overtime possible as

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of sit-down forklift experience.
• Experience with material handling.
• Proficiency in using RF scanners.
• Experience in unloading, shipping, and receiving.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate cranes and forklifts to load and unload material from trucks approximately 20% of the time.
• Read and interpret purchase orders, packing lists, picking tickets, and other shipping documents.
• Verify received products match purchase orders and packing lists, and input receipt information into the system using a scan gun or computer.
• Safely place items in designated areas using cranes or forklifts.
• Read and interpret picking tickets and shipping documents to pick items based on orders and securely package them for shipment.

Skills

Sit-down forklift

Material handling

Shipping & Receiving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Job description

Job Title: Shipping & Receiving

Join our team as a Shipping & Receiving specialist where you'll be responsible for picking and pulling orders, operating forklifts to transport items to the packaging area, and packing orders yourself. This role involves using a sit-down propane forklift approximately 40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate cranes and forklifts to load and unload material from trucks approximately 20% of the time.
• Read and interpret purchase orders, packing lists, picking tickets, and other shipping documents.
• Verify received products match purchase orders and packing lists, and input receipt information into the system using a scan gun or computer.
• Safely place items in designated areas using cranes or forklifts.
• Read and interpret picking tickets and shipping documents to pick items based on orders and securely package them for shipment.
• Create bundles and relieve inventory using a scan gun or computer.
• Construct boxes and package items according to the quantity ordered.
• Safely operate forklifts to move items as needed for picking.
• Place items in designated areas for shipment, ensuring all order items are accounted for.
• Use banding equipment and pallet wrapping machines to create secure bundles for shipment.
• Lift 50-75lbs throughout the day and stand for 8 hours a day.

Essential Skills

• 3-5 years of sit-down forklift experience
• Experience with material handling
• Proficiency in using RF scanners
• Experience in unloading, shipping, and receiving

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Prior forklift experience required
• Experience with stand-up forklifts and reach trucks

Why Work Here?

Experience the benefits of working in a union shop that is employee-owned, fostering a family feel and stable environment. Enjoy annual raises of 3.5%, with additional raises for cross-training opportunities. Benefit from a great insurance, benefits, and stock program, and engage in quarterly sales/production meetings to stay informed about company progress.

Work Environment

Work the 2nd shift from 3pm to 11pm, with a $1 premium. While overtime is currently voluntary, it may be mandated when necessary. The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, occasional fumes or airborne particles, and loud noise levels. Employees must wear safety eyewear with side shields, safety steel-toed shoes, and safety gloves and sleeves when handling sharp parts.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $23.00/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 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 Waunakee, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waunakee,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.