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Warehouse Worker - Entry Level!! 21/hr @ Aerotek

Ottawa, Illinois, USOnsiteTemporary
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Warehouse Logistics Associate | $21/hr | Multiple Shifts Available

Job Overview

Join a fast-growing, technology-driven distribution center where you'll play a critical role in keeping freight moving efficiently and accurately. As a Warehouse Logistics Associate, you'll be responsible for receiving, inspecting, sorting, tracking, loading, and unloading freight while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, operating warehouse equipment, and working in a fast-paced team environment with opportunities for long-term career growth. Available Shifts

Choose from multiple full-time schedule options

  • Tuesday-Friday | 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Tuesday-Friday | 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM
  • Saturday-Monday | 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday-Monday | 5:30 PM - 5:00 AM

Overtime and additional hours may be available based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

Freight Processing & Quality Control

  • Inspect freight labels, stock numbers, and descriptions to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Compare labels to freight contents and shipping documentation.
  • Apply labels correctly and route freight to the appropriate lane, store, or destination.
  • Process damaged, stray, and exception freight according to company procedures.
  • Review and maintain freight documentation, including bills of lading, manifests, and purchase orders.

Material Handling & Equipment Operation

  • Load and unload freight from trailers, conveyors, pallets, and carts.
  • Safely stack, organize, and move freight to maximize efficiency and stability.
  • Operate warehouse equipment, including:
  • Electric pallet jacks
  • Single and double pallet jacks
  • Lifts
  • Pacers
  • Conveyors
  • Follow all safety standards when operating powered equipment.

Inventory Control & Warehouse Systems

  • Use Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), scanners, scales, and terminals to:
  • Identify and track freight
  • Count and verify inventory
  • Scan shipments accurately
  • Maintain inventory records
  • Prepare and review operational reports, including exception and overage reports.
  • Utilize batch trailer systems to track freight and support outbound shipments.

Teamwork & Safety

  • Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, suppliers, and customers.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Follow all company policies, safety regulations, and operational procedures.
  • Perform general warehouse, housekeeping, and industrial cleaning duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

  • Previous warehouse, distribution center, logistics, manufacturing, or material handling experience preferred.
  • Experience loading, unloading, sorting, and palletizing freight.
  • Ability to operate powered warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Familiarity with scanners, inventory systems, and warehouse technology.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet productivity goals.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in packing, picking, production, shipping, receiving, or order fulfillment.
  • Logistics or freight-handling experience.
  • Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
  • Experience processing damaged or exception freight.
  • Familiarity with batch trailer systems and freight reporting.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including overnight and weekend shifts.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
  • Frequent bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, pulling, and lifting.
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders safely.
  • Comfortable working in narrow, elevated, or enclosed areas.
  • Ability to lift, move, and handle freight throughout the shift.
  • Strong hand-eye coordination and ability to manipulate objects of varying sizes and weights.

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Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ottawa, KS.

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 7, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Ottawa,KS.

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

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Skills

freight processingwarehouse equipment operationinventory controlwarehouse management systemsmaterial handlingquality controlpalletizingbatch trailer systemsscanner operationsafety standards complianceteamworkorder fulfillmentshipping and receivingexception freight processinghousekeeping

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