About this role
Job Title: Loader and UnloaderJob DescriptionJoin a dynamic team focused on efficient loading and unloading processes at two docks: manual loading/shipping and semi-automated unloading/receiving. As a candidate, you will be assigned a dock and responsible for loading or unloading 18-wheelers using moveable conveyors. This position requires manual labor and attention to detail in identifying, separating, counting, combining, and scanning freight using WMS terminals, scales, and scanners. Master proper loading techniques, ensuring heavy products are placed on the bottom and lighter products on the top.Responsibilities
- Load or unload 18-wheelers using moveable conveyors.
- Identify, separate, count, combine, and scan freight.
- Utilize WMS terminals, scales, and scanners.
- Apply proper loading techniques for product placement.
- Enter information on a computer.
- Ensure efficient cross-docking processes.
Essential Skills
- Material handling
- Manual labor
- Loading/unloading trucks
- Warehouse inventory
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Proven track record of good attendance
- Flexibility in meeting hourly, daily, and weekly goals
- Experience in labor-intensive roles
- Previous truck experience is a plus
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
- Flexibility to move between areas and perform extensive walking
Why Work Here? Experience the opportunity to support a busy season and potentially convert to a permanent position through excellent attendance and performance. With recent management changes valuing processes and associates, and a multi-million dollar renovation enhancing robotics, employees will enjoy learning new equipment and exploring leadership, management, and maintenance roles. Work EnvironmentThe distribution center is currently not climate controlled, but year-long upgrades will eventually change this. The dress code requires shorts no more than 6 inches above the knee, tennis shoes covering heels and toes, and pants/shorts worn at waist level. Shirts should not have large logos or offensive content. Contract associates must wear vests at all times, which need to be kept safe as replacements are not provided.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sutherland, VA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.60 - $27.30/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 13, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sutherland,VA.
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.