Shipping Associate

**Job Title: Shipping Associate** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Shipping Associate to join our team. The role involves receiving materials from vendors and customers, verifying the quantity and description of materials, and examining incoming shipments for damages. The position operates in two shifts: Receiving from 5:45 AM to 2:15 PM, and Shipping from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. **Responsibilities** + Receive materials entering the building by vendors and customers. + Verify the quantity and description of materials received by checking against the packing list. + Examine incoming shipments and reject damaged items; report and record any discrepancies. + Enter the quantity received against the purchase/production order in the computer system. **Essential Skills** + Inventory management + Shipping and receiving + Picking and warehouse operations + Forklift experience with certification **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + No degree required + Ability to stand for long periods and lift, pull, and push up to 60 lbs. + Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently **Why Work Here?** Join a family-owned, global manufacturing company with a rich history since 1934. After 90 days, enjoy union membership for warehouse/production roles, offering job security and benefits. Experience a work culture that values high-quality, performance-based products and supports unique customer applications. **Work Environment** Work in a dynamic warehouse setting where you can apply your skills in inventory management and forklift operation. The company fosters a supportive and challenging environment with opportunities to work independently and efficiently. This role does not require a degree, allowing for diverse candidates to apply. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Elk Grove Village, IL. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr. 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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Elk Grove Village,IL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Dec 9, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.