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Job Title: Logistics Associate

**Category:** Warehouse

**Alternate Titles for Matching:** Warehouse Operator, Shipper and Receiver, Shipping Lead, Logistics Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented **Warehouse Logistics Associate** to join our operations team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, values flexibility, and enjoys working with a close-knit crew. You’ll be responsible for a variety of warehouse operations including inventory management, shipping and receiving, and forklift operation.

Shift Details

+ **Regular Hours:** Monday–Thursday, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (4x10 schedule)

+ **Training Period:** First few weeks, Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

What You'll Do Every Day

+ Support plant organization and daily logistics to maintain smooth and efficient production

+ Safely move, wrap, weigh, and stage products for carrier pick-up

+ Deliver raw materials and pick up finished goods around the plant

+ Respond to requests via email and instant message to coordinate product movement

+ Maintain accurate, organized files (both electronic and paper)

+ Operate forklift (approximately 75% of the time) for material handling and staging

+ Wrap pallets, load and unload trucks

+ Complete packing lists and bills of lading (BOL)

+ Conduct quality control checks on incoming and outgoing shipments

+ Inventory products and ensure proper placement in warehouse

+ Move work-in-progress (WIP) materials daily for press, lamination, slitting, and converting

+ Collect and organize trim, recycling bags, and core gaylords

+ Schedule LTL and parcel pickups

+ Perform deliveries to and from the warehouse (if approved by insurance)

• Who Thrives Here

+ Shows up, works safely, and takes pride in a job well done

+ Brings a "team first" mindset to their work

+ Communicates clearly and respectfully

What You Bring

+ 2+ years of skilled and safe forklift operation

+ Professional communication skills

+ Dependability and attention to detail

+ Safe MVR record to be able to drive a box truck when needed

Preferred Skills

+ Logistics coordination

+ Customer service experience

+ Cycle counting and inventory audits

Why Work With Us?

+ Flexible scheduling and start times

+ Supportive of family needs (appointments, school events, etc.)

+ Family-oriented work environment with long-tenured staff

+ Low turnover and strong team camaraderie

Work Environment & Dress Code

+ Small, family-run warehouse with collaborative culture

+ PPE provided: safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection

+ Required attire: steel toe boots, jeans/work pants (no holes), t-shirt

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Ames,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.