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Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Shipping and Receiving Specialist to manage the flow of inventory for our manufacturing shop. This role requires a candidate who is skilled in using ERP systems to input, track, and conduct cycle counts of inventory, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities

+ Compile and maintain manual or computerized records, including material inventory, in-process production reports, and location of materials.

+ Perform daily cycle counts of inventory locations to maintain accurate perpetual inventory.

+ Interpret MRP output to schedule the issuance of manufacturing work orders and purchase requisitions.

+ Maintain strong organizational skills with a focus on customer service support to the production department.

+ Work with little supervision, taking ownership of the role and leading the team to achieve goals.

+ Determine and communicate inventory issues, and recommend solutions.

+ Multi-task and work in a fast-paced production environment.

+ Ensure compliance with inventory processes, procedures, and contractual obligations.

+ Provide periodic statistical information to management regarding inventory trends, root cause analysis, and ideas for continuous improvement.

+ Maintain awareness of physical slotting locations, capacities, and layouts, and make recommendations for efficiency improvements.

+ Verify accuracy of requisitions and shipping orders by comparing nomenclature, stock numbers, authorized substitutes, and other listed information with catalogs, manuals, and similar references.

+ Inspect and report any damage to stocked items immediately.

+ Perform all inventory data entry functions, maintaining timeliness and accuracy of inventory statistics.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

+ Keep desk and work area clean and orderly.

Essential Skills

+ At least 4 years of experience in shipping and receiving.

+ Proficiency in using ERP systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Strong organizational and customer service skills.

+ Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.

+ Capability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where your skills will be valued and your contributions can make a difference. We offer a collaborative work environment that fosters growth and development, with opportunities to lead and innovate. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking organization.

Work Environment

The role operates primarily on the 1st shift, from 6am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday, with some Saturdays required. Initial training will be on the first shift before transitioning to the 2nd shift. The work environment is fast-paced, requiring attention to detail and adherence to inventory processes and procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $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 Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 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.