Shipping Clerk

Job Title: Shipping Clerk (1st Shift) ($24-28/hr.)

Job Description

The Shipping Clerk supports logistics and daily operations by preparing, packaging, labeling, and documenting outgoing shipments in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This contract role runs approximately 6–8 weeks, with the possibility of extension or long-term opportunity, and operates on a first-shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The position is primarily office-based with frequent interaction with the production and warehouse teams to ensure accurate, timely, and well-organized shipments. We offer weekly pay with overtime paying time and a half. Apply Today!

Responsibilities

• Support logistics and day-to-day shipping operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Work on a computer in an office setting to process and track shipments.
• Ensure all materials are correctly packaged, labeled, and documented prior to shipment.
• Prepare, package, and label outgoing domestic shipments for carrier pickup.
• Verify shipment contents against packing slips, work orders, and shipping documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with carriers, including LTL, UPS, FedEx, and others, to schedule and confirm pickups.
• Update shipping information in internal systems and maintain accurate and organized shipping records.
• Assist with staging finished goods and organizing shipping areas to support efficient workflow.
• Communicate regularly with production and warehouse teams to prioritize outgoing shipments and meet deadlines.
• Follow established procedures and safety guidelines while handling freight and shipping materials.

Essential Skills

• Prior experience in shipping, warehouse, or logistics within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and understand packing slips, bills of lading, and other shipping documents.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and shipment tracking.
• Familiarity with SAP or similar systems for shipping and logistics is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Reliable attendance and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with production, warehouse, and carrier partners.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with LTL, UPS, FedEx, and other common freight carriers.
• Experience in freight handling and shipping and receiving operations.
• Comfort working with standardized processes and safety-focused procedures in an industrial setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a well-established manufacturing operation recognized for high-quality engineering and safety-focused designs that support demanding industrial applications. This assignment offers a clear first-shift schedule and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in a busy logistics environment. Although the role begins as a 6–8 week contract, strong performance may open the door to extended or long-term opportunities as needs arise. You will contribute to a team that takes pride in producing durable, American-made products used across construction, aggregates, steel mills, mining, and other industrial sectors.

Work Environment

The role is based in a manufacturing facility that designs and produces heavy equipment attachments and coupler systems for excavators and wheel loaders. Work takes place primarily in an office setting using computers and internal systems to manage shipping data, with regular interaction in adjacent production and warehouse areas where finished goods are staged and prepared for shipment. The environment is fast paced and safety focused, supporting demanding industrial operations across construction, aggregates, steel mills, mining, and industrial applications. Steel-toe boots are required as part of the standard safety attire when in production and warehouse areas, and you will work a consistent first-shift schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

This is a Contract position based out of Kent, OH.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 Kent,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 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.