Shipping And Receiving Coordinator

Material Handler

Job Description

The Shipping and Receiving Coordinator manages the flow of materials and products throughout a modern manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for unloading and receiving incoming goods, accurately identifying and labeling materials, supporting production through kitting and material movement, and maintaining precise inventory records in SAP ERP. The position requires safe operation of material-handling equipment, close collaboration with production teams, and active participation in continuous improvement efforts within a state-of-the-art facility.

Responsibilities

• Unload, unpack, and uncrate incoming materials, parts, and products in a safe and efficient manner.
• Move materials throughout the facility, including loading docks, storage areas, and manufacturing assembly and subassembly areas.
• Operate material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and overhead cranes to transport and stage materials.
• Identify, tag, and label all materials accurately to ensure proper traceability and storage.
• Kit materials required for assembly and production processes according to established work orders and schedules.
• Complete basic parts and subassembly transactions using SAP ERP to record material movements and inventory changes.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and visual Kanban methods.
• Operate and support the inventory Kanban system to ensure timely replenishment of materials.
• Complete and maintain inventory and material issuance documentation in both electronic and hard copy formats.
• Follow all company and manufacturing safety guidelines and procedures while performing daily tasks.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projects to enhance warehouse and material flow processes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse, storage, and inventory areas.
• Build productive, collaborative working relationships with team members and other departments.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to cross-train and support multiple areas within the warehouse and production environment.
• Support shipping activities including pick and pack of orders and preparation of shipments via carriers such as FedEx and UPS.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience in shipping and receiving operations, including receiving parts and preparing outbound shipments.
• Proficiency with inventory control activities such as cycle counting, kitting, and maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks and overhead cranes.
• Experience using SAP ERP for basic parts, subassembly, and inventory transactions.
• Familiarity with RF scanners for material identification, tracking, and documentation.
• Ability to accurately identify, tag, and label materials and products.
• Experience with pick and pack processes in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of common parcel and freight shipping processes, including FedEx and UPS shipping.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and orderly storage areas.
• Commitment to following safety guidelines and procedures in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and support a cooperative work environment.
• Flexibility to cross-train and perform a variety of tasks within the shipping, receiving, and inventory functions.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility that supports modern manufacturing and warehousing practices. The organization values collaboration, flexibility, and continuous improvement, encouraging team members to cross-train, share ideas, and contribute to process enhancements. You can expect a clean, well-organized environment with updated systems and tools that help you perform your work efficiently and safely, along with a culture that supports teamwork and professional growth.

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

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Hoffman Estates,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

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.