Warehouse Worker - Contract

Aerotek; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Warehouse Worker for a contract-to-hire role based in St Paul, MN. The position focuses on order fulfillment, stocking, and material handling in both dry and cold storage environments, including a cooler down to 34 degrees.

You will pick and build customer orders, palletize products, and use forklifts or reach trucks as needed. The role requires 1+ year of warehouse experience and comfort with scanners and inventory procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year warehouse experience.
• Experience operating reach trucks at White Bear Lake location.
• Comfort working in a cooler environment down to 34°F.
• Experience with order selection, packing, and inventory counts.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and reach trucks.
• Proficient using computers and handheld scanners to manage inventory.

Responsibilities

• Work in cooler, dry storage, and cold storage areas to pick, pull, and build orders accurately and efficiently.
• Palletize products and prepare them for loading, unloading, and staging for outgoing delivery.
• Pack and unpack items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, or storage yards.
• Perform inventory computations by comparing physical counts to recorded quantities and investigate discrepancies or correct errors.
• Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in warehouses, tool rooms, or storage yards.
• Mark stock items using tags, stamps, or labeling equipment to ensure accurate tracking.
• Keep supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas clean and safe.
• Maintain detailed records on stock use and condition of stock handling equipment.
• Examine stock items for wear or damage and report findings to supervisors.
• Provide assistance to other stockroom or warehouse workers to support efficient operations.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and reach trucks, as required.
• Use computers and handheld scanners to process orders and update inventory records.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Reach truck operation

Cooler environment

Order picking

Inventory accuracy

Forklift operation

Handheld scanner use

Tools

Forklift operation

Reach truck operation

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Worker

Job Description

This role focuses on order fulfillment and material handling within dry and cold storage areas, including work in a refrigerated cooler environment. You will pick and build customer orders, palletize products, and load, unload, and stage materials for outgoing deliveries while maintaining accurate inventory records and a clean, safe workspace.

Responsibilities

• Work in the cooler, dry storage, and cold storage areas to pick, pull, and build orders accurately and efficiently.

• Palletize products and prepare them for loading, unloading, and staging for outgoing delivery.

• Pack and unpack items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms, warehouses, or storage yards.

• Perform inventory computations by comparing physical counts of stock to recorded quantities, and investigate discrepancies or correct errors as needed.

• Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in warehouses, tool rooms, supply rooms, or other designated areas.

• Mark stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment to ensure accurate tracking.

• Clean and maintain supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

• Keep detailed records on the use and condition of stock and stock handling equipment, including any damage or issues.

• Examine and inspect stock items for wear, defects, or damage and promptly report findings to supervisors.

• Provide assistance or direction to other stockroom, warehouse, or storage yard workers to support efficient operations.

• Operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and reach trucks, as required for the location.

• Use computers and handheld scanners to process orders, update inventory records, and track stock movements.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of warehouse experience.
• At least 1 year of reach truck experience for roles at the White Bear Lake location.
• Ability to work comfortably in a cooler and cold storage environment, with temperatures as low as approximately 34 degrees.
• Experience with order selection, order picking, and packing in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and reach trucks, where applicable.
• Comfort using computers and handheld scanners to manage inventory and process orders.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate picking, labeling, and inventory counts.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift schedules, including evenings and weekends, as assigned.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as a production worker or warehouse worker in dry and cold storage environments.
• Familiarity with order selection processes in high-volume warehouse operations.
• Experience working safely on wet or recently rinsed production floors.
• Flexibility to work different 2nd shift schedules, including some variation in hours and days, depending on operational needs.
• Openness to contract or temp-to-hire opportunities, including assignments through mid-January.

Why Work Here?

You will join a modern, well-maintained facility that prioritizes safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence. The environment supports the use of up-to-date equipment and safeguards to help you perform your job confidently and efficiently. You can gain valuable experience in both dry and cold storage operations, with opportunities for contract and temp-to-hire roles that can support long-term career growth in warehousing and logistics.

Work Environment

The facility is clean, comfortable, and very up to date, with a strong emphasis on safety and protective safeguards around all equipment. Work takes place in both dry storage and cold storage areas, including a cooler environment that can be as cold as approximately 34 degrees, so you must be comfortable working in cold conditions. The production floor may be wet at times due to machine rinsing, but it is well drained and dried to maintain safe footing. Roles are on 2nd shift, with schedules such as 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday in one location, and 2:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Sunday through Wednesday in another, with some flexibility in hours and days for certain assignments. The work involves regular use of warehouse equipment and technology, including forklifts, reach trucks, computers, and handheld scanners, in a structured and safety-focused warehouse setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St Paul, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.47 - $22.47/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 St Paul, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St Paul,MN.

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.