Warehouse Material Handler - Sorrento Valley @ Aerotek

Material Handler - Sorrento Valley - 1st ShiftJob DescriptionThe Material Handler supports daily shipping, receiving, and stockroom operations by coordinating closely with planning and manufacturing teams. This role reviews shipping schedules, prepares materials and orders for the manufacturing floor, and ensures accurate, timely shipment of products. The position requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with shipping systems, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Check in each day with the shipping lead and planner to review the shipping schedule and understand daily priorities.
• Engage with stockroom functions to ensure required materials and products are available for shipment and production.
• Work with the manufacturing team to help pick orders and gather materials needed on the production floor.
• Review spreadsheets and other documentation to determine what materials are needed on the manufacturing floors.
• Assist with floor resupply by picking and delivering raw materials to manufacturing teams as required.
• Locate and gather items for shipment based on packing lists, order instructions, and shipping documents.
• Verify item quantities and descriptions against order details to ensure accuracy before shipment.
• Assist in packaging items securely for shipment using appropriate packaging materials and methods.
• Apply pre-generated shipping labels accurately to packages to ensure correct routing and delivery.
• Help prepare basic shipping documents such as packing slips and address labels under supervision.
• Assist with data entry into shipping systems, including carrier portals and internal tools, to process shipments.
• Support loading and unloading of shipments and interact with drivers for basic tasks under guidance.
• Assist in tracking outgoing shipments using provided systems and promptly report any initial issues to senior team members.
• Help maintain organization and cleanliness in the shipping and stockroom areas to support efficient operations.
• Conduct weekly cycle counts and assist with basic inventory counts and stock rotation tasks.
• Participate in the daily 8:30 a.m. production meeting to receive direction from the planning team and production supervisor.
• Follow all safety procedures and handling guidelines, including safe lifting practices for materials up to 20 pounds.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a warehouse environment.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving operations.
• Proficiency in material handling and order picking processes.
• Experience using the FedEx web portal to schedule pickup times.
• Experience in shipping exports and handling outbound international or domestic shipments.
• Proven experience conducting cycle counts, with the ability to perform these on a weekly basis.
• Computer literacy, including the ability to perform basic data entry and navigate shipping systems.
• Competence in communicating over email in a professional and clear manner.
• Experience with inventory activities, including stock checks and basic stock rotation.
• Experience with packaging processes to ensure secure and accurate shipments.
• Ability to use RF scanners for picking, inventory, or shipping tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds independently.
• Ability to follow directions from planning and production supervisors and work effectively as part of a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel for reviewing or updating spreadsheets is a plus.
• Experience shipping internationally is a nice-to-have and will be considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in verifying orders and documentation.
• Organizational skills to maintain a tidy and efficient shipping and stockroom area.
• Willingness to learn additional systems, tools, and processes related to shipping and inventory management.

Why Work Here? You will join a structured and collaborative operation where daily priorities are clear and communication is consistent. The workday follows a predictable Monday through Friday schedule, supporting a stable work-life rhythm. You will have the opportunity to build and strengthen your shipping, inventory, and material handling skills while working closely with both planning and production teams. The environment encourages reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement, giving you the chance to grow your experience in a professional warehouse and manufacturing setting.

Work EnvironmentThis role is based in a warehouse and manufacturing support environment with regular interaction between shipping, stockroom, planning, and production teams. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with participation in an 8:30 a.m. production meeting to align on daily tasks and priorities. The position involves physical activity, including standing, walking, and lifting up to 20 pounds independently.

You will use computers, shipping systems, RF scanners, and carrier portals such as FedEx to manage shipments and inventory. The environment emphasizes organization, safety, and adherence to established procedures while working under the direction of the planning team and production supervisor.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

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 13, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

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.