Warehouse Worker

Aerotek; Tigard (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Aerotek in Tigard, OR, is seeking a Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Specialist for a contract-to-hire role. You will prepare outgoing shipments, coordinate with Customer Service, and manage inventory across ERP and carrier platforms in a fast-paced distribution center.

Responsibilities include processing orders, conducting QC, packing international shipments, labeling, counting inventory, and serving as a back-up order picker. Forklift certification is required or obtainable.

Qualifications

• Warehouse experience with shipping/receiving or distribution operations.

Responsibilities

• Transact customer orders using carrier platforms and ERP systems to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Perform quality control inspections within the workflow to verify that orders and shipments meet required standards.
• Package and tape international shipments in multi-pack cartons for export, following established shipping guidelines.
• Affix shipping labels on packed cartons and verify that labels match shipment details and documentation.
• Take an accurate inventory count at the end of each day and report discrepancies promptly.
• Serve as a back-up order picker when needed, accurately selecting items according to pick lists and customer orders.
• Assemble cardboard cartons as needed for large, multipack shipments to support high-volume outbound activity.
• Move prepared shipments from shipping carts to dock doors using appropriate material handling equipment.
• Call and email forwarding companies to arrange shipment pick-up and confirm scheduling details.
• Consign shipments to forwarders and ensure the correct shipments are consigned by carefully reviewing documents and instructions.
• Maintain good communication and rapport with co-workers to support a collaborative and efficient workflow.
• Keep the shipping area organized and inform the supervisor of issues or concerns on the shipping floor.
• Use data entry skills to accurately record shipping, receiving, and inventory information in company systems.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and, when certified, forklifts to move and stage materials.
• Handle shipping and receiving tasks involving carriers such as UPS and FedEx, including domestic and international shipments.
• Perform material handling, picking, and order picking activities using RF scanners and related warehouse technology.
• Complete other duties as assigned to support overall warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations.

Skills

Warehouse experience

ERP systems

Inventory control

RF scanners

Order picking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Software learning

Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook

Forklift certification

Tools

ERP systems

RF scanners

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Specialist Job Description

This contract-to-hire position is responsible for preparing outgoing shipments and coordinating closely with the Customer Service team to ensure all shipping documentation is completed accurately and on time. The role combines hands‑on warehouse work, inventory control, and the use of computer systems to process domestic and international orders in a busy distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Transact customer orders using carrier platforms and ERP systems to ensure accurate and timely processing.

• Perform quality control inspections within the workflow to verify that orders and shipments meet required standards.

• Package and tape international shipments in multi‑pack cartons for export, following established shipping guidelines.

• Affix shipping labels on packed cartons and verify that labels match shipment details and documentation.

• Take an accurate inventory count at the end of each day and report discrepancies promptly.

• Serve as a back‑up order picker when needed, accurately selecting items according to pick lists and customer orders.

• Assemble cardboard cartons as needed for large, multipack shipments to support high‑volume outbound activity.

• Move prepared shipments from shipping carts to dock doors using appropriate material handling equipment.

• Call and email forwarding companies to arrange shipment pick‑up and confirm scheduling details.

• Consign shipments to forwarders and ensure the correct shipments are consigned by carefully reviewing documents and instructions.

• Maintain good communication and rapport with co‑workers to support a collaborative and efficient workflow.

• Keep the shipping area organized and inform the supervisor of issues or concerns on the shipping floor.

• Use data entry skills to accurately record shipping, receiving, and inventory information in company systems.

• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and, when certified, forklifts to move and stage materials.

• Handle shipping and receiving tasks involving carriers such as UPS and FedEx, including domestic and international shipments.

• Perform material handling, picking, and order picking activities using RF scanners and related warehouse technology.

• Complete other duties as assigned to support overall warehouse, shipping, and receiving operations.

Essential Skills

• Previous warehouse experience with exposure to shipping, receiving, or general distribution operations.

• Proficiency with computers and the ability to perform accurate data entry in ERP and carrier systems.

• Experience with inventory control, including counting, tracking, and reconciling stock.

• Ability to work with shipping and receiving processes involving carriers such as UPS and FedEx, including domestic and international shipments.

• Comfort using RF scanners for picking, receiving, and inventory tasks.

• Experience with order picking, material handling, and pallet jack operations in a warehouse environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with co‑workers, forwarding companies, and internal teams.

• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues related to orders, shipments, and inventory.

• Demonstrated ability to learn new software and applications quickly and apply them accurately.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook for basic reporting and communication.

• Forklift certification required, or the ability to obtain certification within the role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a high‑volume distribution center with racking systems similar to large warehouse retailers.

• Background in shipping and receiving operations that include international export and multi‑pack carton preparation.

• Ability to maintain organization and cleanliness in a busy shipping area while managing multiple priorities.

• Strong attention to detail when reviewing shipping documents, labels, and inventory records.

• Ability to build positive working relationships and maintain good rapport with co‑workers and cross‑functional teams.

• Reliability in attendance, performance, and teamwork, supporting potential conversion from contingent to full‑time employment.

• Adaptability to different shifts and locations within the distribution network as business needs require.

Why Work Here?

The facility offers a modern, employee‑focused environment that includes a full kitchen, game area with pool and ping pong tables, TV lounge, small library, and a full gym, creating a comfortable and engaging place to work. Leadership actively seeks feedback from team members to continuously improve the workplace and operations. Contingent workers can benefit from a stay‑on bonus program, with bonuses available at 30 and 90 days of uninterrupted service in good standing. There is also a structured conversion program that regularly transitions contingent workers to full‑time employment, providing clear pathways for growth and increased earning potential based on skills, attitude, performance, attendance, and teamwork.

Work Environment

The role is based in a new distribution center with extensive racking similar to a large warehouse retail environment, using material handling equipment to stage orders for shipment. Work is performed on day and swing shifts at multiple locations, with typical schedules such as Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m.2:30 p.m. or 9:30 a.m.6:00 p.m., and Monday through Thursday 5:00 a.m.3:30 p.m. or 3:15 p.m.1:45 a.m., depending on assignment. The environment is fast‑paced, with frequent use of pallet jacks, forklifts (for certified operators), RF scanners, and other warehouse tools to move, pick, and ship products. Dress is typical for warehouse work, with practical, safety‑conscious attire suitable for operating material handling equipment and working around racks and loading docks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tigard, OR.

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 & 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 Tigard, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.