Warehouse Associate

Aerotek; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Warehouse Associate in Joliet, IL, working 6:30AM–4PM (Sun-Fri). The role involves receiving, sorting, storing, and preparing materials for shipment, using RF scanners, and maintaining accurate inventory.

Responsibilities include moving and labeling items, wrapping pallets, and ensuring safety and accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Onsite work with competitive benefits and potential permanent placement.

Qualifications

• / Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• / Experience with material handling, shipping/receiving.
• / Familiar with RF scanners and inventory systems.
• / High attention to detail and accuracy.
• / Ability to follow safety procedures and work in a fast-paced warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Move materials off trucks, pallets, or racks and prepare orders for shipment.
• Sort and segregate materials onto correct pallets or locations.
• Place labels on boxes, pallets, and materials for tracking.
• Wrap pallets with stretch wrap for secure storage/shipments.
• Put away product in designated locations.
• Identify damage, loss, or surplus and report to team members.
• Use RF scanners to track product movement and update inventory.
• Perform picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and general material handling.
• Operate pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment safely.
• Assist with counting and verifying stock levels.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment per standards.
• Follow quality and safety procedures and cooperate with supervisors.

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

RF scanner usage

Material handling

Pallet jack operation

Attention to detail

Team communication

Safety procedures

Tools

RF Scanner

Pallet Jack

Stretch wrap

Job description

Warehouse Associate

Joliet, IL

6:30AM - 4PM Sun-Fri

$21/hr through Oct 3rd for Busy Season

Job Description

The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in supporting efficient warehouse operations by accurately receiving, sorting, storing, and preparing materials and products for shipment. This position involves working closely with other team members to ensure orders are processed correctly, inventory is maintained, and the work area remains clean, safe, and organized. The role requires consistent attention to detail, adherence to established procedures and safety standards, and the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Move materials off trucks, pallets, or racks and prepare orders for shipment in an accurate and timely manner.

• Sort and segregate materials onto the correct pallet or designated locations based on item numbers and warehouse processes.

• Place labels on boxes, pallets, and other materials as instructed, ensuring proper identification and tracking.

• Wrap pallets using stretch wrap and other packaging supplies to secure products for storage and shipment.

• Put away product in designated warehouse locations, maintaining organized and efficient storage areas.

• Identify damage, loss, or surplus of materials and promptly communicate issues to appropriate team members.

• Utilize RF (Radio Frequency) scanners and related equipment to track product movement and update inventory records.

• Perform picking, packing, shipping, receiving, order picking, and general material handling tasks as needed.

• Operate pallet jacks and other basic warehouse equipment safely to move and organize inventory.

• Support warehouse inventory activities by assisting with counting, verifying, and recording stock levels.

• Keep the work environment clean and safe by following housekeeping standards and maintaining organized work areas.

• Follow quality service standards and comply with all procedures, rules, and regulations, including safety guidelines.

• Communicate and cooperate effectively with supervisors and coworkers to meet operational goals.

• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions related to daily tasks and warehouse procedures.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall warehouse operations.

Essential Skills

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, bend, lift, push, and pull throughout the shift.

• Ability to work in typical warehouse temperatures and conditions.

• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Strong attention to detail when sorting, labeling, picking, packing, and preparing orders.

• Ability to communicate clearly and cooperate with supervisors and coworkers.

• Experience with material handling tasks such as loading, unloading, and moving products.

• Ability to use RF scanner equipment to track product and update inventory.

• Capability to follow safety procedures and quality service standards consistently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Joliet, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 & 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 Joliet,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.