Shipping Clerk @ Aerotek

Job Title: Shipping Coordinator / Shipping ClerkJob DescriptionThe Shipping Coordinator manages the full lifecycle of outbound domestic and international shipments, from processing work orders and preparing documentation to coordinating carriers and maintaining inventory of shipping materials. This role combines hands-on warehouse activity with detailed administrative and data entry work, ensuring all shipments are processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with applicable regulations. You will be the primary shipping contact for all three shifts, so you can expect a consistently busy and fast-paced workday.

Responsibilities

• Sort shipping and work orders, enter them into the computer system, and ensure all information is accurate and complete.
• Perform all internal shipping processing, including labeling products, scanning items into the system, and preparing orders for shipment.
• Manage outbound domestic and international shipments using outside carriers, freight forwarders, and internal fleets.
• Obtain freight and forwarding quotes, evaluate options, and select appropriate vendors based on cost, service, and schedule requirements.
• Prepare and maintain all required shipping documentation, including invoices, bills of lading, and shipping statements.
• Ensure compliance with ITAR and other government export regulations for all applicable shipments.
• Process shipments using UPS, FedEx, and related carrier software systems, ensuring correct service levels, weights, and addresses.
• File and track weekly freight claims for damaged or lost goods and work with carriers to resolve disputes and issues.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of shipping supplies and materials to ensure uninterrupted shipping operations.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks as needed, including loading and unloading products using appropriate equipment.
• Use warehouse management or shipping systems (such as E-stealth or similar WMS) to track orders and shipment status.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams and external partners regarding shipment status, issues, and special requirements.
• Apply solid math skills to verify counts, weights, and measurements and to confirm shipping accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records and data entry for all shipments, ensuring information is correctly captured for both domestic and international orders.
• Support overall warehouse operations by assisting with inventory control, material handling, and warehouse inventory tasks as needed.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of prior shipping experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Proficiency with computers and strong data entry skills, including accurate entry of order numbers and shipment details.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including loading and unloading using appropriate equipment.
• Hands-on experience with logistics and carrier coordination for outbound shipments.
• Ability to use carrier systems such as UPS and FedEx software to process shipments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation and error-free shipment processing.
• Solid math skills to verify quantities, weights, and measurements.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams, carriers, and vendors.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills to resolve shipping issues, claims, and discrepancies.
• 12 years of related experience preferred in shipping, warehouse, or logistics roles.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with any warehouse management system (WMS); experience with E-stealth is a plus.
• Understanding of ITAR and government export regulations related to shipping and logistics.
• Experience with international shipment tracking and documentation.
• Forklift or side-loader certification or experience operating similar material handling equipment.
• Background in inventory control, warehouse inventory, and material handling.
• Experience working with logistics, freight forwarders, and internal fleets.
• Comfort working with multiple systems and software tools for data entry, tracking, and reporting.

Why Work Here? You will join a small, close-knit team where your contributions have a direct impact on daily operations and customer satisfaction. The facility offers a stable, first-shift schedule that supports work-life balance, with consistent hours Monday through Friday. You will gain hands-on experience in both domestic and international logistics, including exposure to regulatory compliance and carrier management, which can help you grow your skills and advance your career in shipping and logistics. The environment encourages reliability, ownership of responsibilities, and continuous learning across multiple locations within a well-established operation.

Work EnvironmentThis is a first-shift position with hours from Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The role is based in a warehouse facility of approximately 600 square feet with about 22 employees on site, including office staff, and around 10 team members working in the warehouse on first shift. The environment is active and loud due to panel saws, table saws, forklifts, and other industrial equipment. The facility is non-climate-controlled, so temperatures can vary with the seasons. You will work regularly with warehouse and shipping equipment, including forklifts and material handling tools, as well as computers and carrier systems such as UPS and FedEx software, warehouse management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Charles, MO.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Saint Charles,MO.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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