Shipping And Receiving Worker

Shipping and Receiving WorkerJob DescriptionThis role supports a growing local manufacturing operation in Indianapolis by managing all aspects of shipping, receiving, and material handling. The Shipping and Receiving Worker ensures that incoming materials are accurately received and stored, and outgoing products are prepared, staged, and shipped efficiently to support production departments, particularly welding and fabrication.Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Build and wrap pallets for outbound shipments to ensure safe and secure transport.
• Store received materials in designated locations and maintain organized inventory areas.
• Perform kitting by picking and packing orders accurately and efficiently for use in other departments, primarily the weld and fabrication department.
• Prepare, stage, and load products for shipment according to shipping schedules and documentation.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and cycle counts, and reconcile any variances in stock levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of inventory storage areas, shipping docks, and surrounding workspaces.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use tablets and RF scanners to track inventory, perform data entry, and manage shipping and receiving transactions.
• Handle materials throughout the warehouse, including moving, organizing, and replenishing inventory.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks while following safety procedures and handling guidelines.
• Follow bills of materials (BOM) and shipping documentation to ensure correct items and quantities are picked, packed, and shipped.
• Support warehouse inventory control processes to maintain accurate records and product traceability.
• Collaborate with production and other departments to ensure materials and kits are delivered on time to meet manufacturing schedules.

Essential Skills

• Experience in shipping and receiving operations, including handling incoming and outgoing materials.
• Proficiency in staging products and building pallets for shipment.
• Hands-on experience as a material handler in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform kitting, including accurate picking and packing of orders for internal departments.
• Skill in operating warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks and sit-down forklifts safely.
• Capability to load and unload trucks while following proper safety and handling procedures.
• Experience performing cycle counts and inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Ability to use RF scanners and tablets for inventory tracking and warehouse transactions.
• Familiarity with bills of materials (BOM) and basic shipping documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling inventory, documentation, and product identification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse inventory control within a manufacturing or job shop environment.
• Comfort working in a small, fast-paced operation with growing production demands.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with welding, fabrication, and other production teams.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain orderly storage and dock areas.
• Reliability and consistency in following established processes for shipping, receiving, and material handling.

Why Work Here?Join a small, clean, and growing manufacturing operation where your contributions have a direct impact on daily production. You will work in an environment that values organization, accuracy, and teamwork, with opportunities to grow alongside the business as it expands. The company offers a stable setting, a supportive team culture, and the chance to develop your skills in modern warehouse and inventory practices.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a small, clean job shop environment located in Indianapolis, focused on manufacturing and fabrication. You will work primarily on first shift in a warehouse and dock setting, using equipment such as pallet jacks, sit-down forklifts, tablets, and RF scanners. The facility emphasizes cleanliness and organized inventory areas, with regular interaction with welding, fabrication, and other production departments in a collaborative, growth-oriented atmosphere. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available 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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

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.