• Shipping Clerk

    Aerotek (Everett, WA)


    Job Title: Shipping Specialist

    Job Description

    Under limited supervision, the Shipping Specialist performs a variety of packaging and shipping activities in accordance with postal regulations, government, commercial, and other customer specifications. The role involves completing non-repetitive and complex assignments.

    Responsibilities

    + Verify accuracy of shipments against pick lists, sales orders, bills of lading, and invoices or other records.

    + Maintain necessary records and files of transactions accurately and in a timely fashion.

    + Create and promptly communicate Purchase Orders to Outside Processors.

    + Verify and perform purchase order receipts from vendors in the ERP system.

    + Perform cycle counts efficiently and coordinate inventory accuracy measures.

    + Define stock locations for efficiency and accessibility.

    + Facilitate communication between customers, outside processors, transporters, and suppliers.

    + Route WIP, raw materials, and packaging materials to proper departments or work centers.

    + Independently inspect merchandise for visible flaws and damage, responding appropriately.

    + Stock and/or restock orders as necessary.

    + Prepare merchandise for shipment and arrange transportation correctly.

    + Follow all environmental health and safety policies and procedures, modeling safe work practices.

    + Contribute to and support a positive and respectful workplace environment.

    + Determine appropriate packaging methods and specifications to comply with contractual agreements.

    + Coordinate shipping transactions and ensure on-time delivery.

    + Instruct and/or assist in preparing merchandise for shipment and arranging transportation.

    + Monitor shipping supplies and reorder as needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Inventory management

    + Shipping and receiving

    + Material handling

    + ERP system usage

    + Cycle counting

    + Forklift operation

    + Packing and picking

    + Inventory control

    + Data entry

    + Warehouse inventory management

    + Production

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + High School Diploma or Equivalent

    + 2-5 years of experience as a shipping clerk

    + Ability to operate standard shipping and packaging equipment

    + Ability to operate forklift and scissor lift

    + Intermediate proficiency in Excel (Filter, Pivot, V-lookup, Charts, basic formulas)

    + Basic computer skills (email, Microsoft Suite)

    + Typing speed of a minimum of 50wpm

    + Familiarity with Epicor Avante ERP system is a benefit, but not required

    + Familiarity with FTC and International Trades Laws

    + Strong focus and attention to detail

    + Effective communication and interpersonal skills

    + Strong customer service focus

    + Ability to quickly master new business knowledge and technical skills

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a growing aerospace company where you have the opportunity to not just be a number. The company values internal promotion and prefers to promote from within rather than hire externally.

     

    Work Environment

     

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be significant.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Everett, Washington.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/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 Everett,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 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.