About this role
Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Record Center SpecialistJob DescriptionThis role focuses on shipping, receiving, and inventory management within a highly physical record center and warehouse environment. You will handle, move, and organize boxes of files and materials, process incoming and outgoing orders, and use computer systems and handheld scanners to track inventory. The position requires frequent lifting, bending, and climbing, as well as careful attention to detail when handling sensitive and confidential documents.
Responsibilities
- Move, arrange, lift, and load storage boxes, bins, and totes throughout the shift using both manual handling and hand carts.
- Walk, stand, kneel, squat, stoop, and bend for extended periods while performing daily tasks.
- Grip, lift, push, pull, and carry boxes up and down inclines, stairs, and over changes in walking surfaces or elevation without assistance.
- Lift and carry boxes weighing up to 100 pounds without assistance for prolonged periods, maintaining safe lifting techniques.
- Load and safely operate hand carts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to transport materials within the facility.
- Load and shrink-wrap pallets at ground level or on carts to prepare shipments for transport.
- Load boxes onto pallets and load pallets onto trucks manually and with material handling aids.
- Lift, move, and organize boxes of files, books, binders, backup tapes, and other materials as part of daily warehouse operations.
- Read labels accurately and process incoming and outgoing orders with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Use the proprietary computer system to enter data, track orders, and determine the precise location of boxes and materials.
- Operate a handheld scanner to scan barcodes and maintain accurate inventory and order records.
- Meet pick counts and productivity targets while maintaining quality and accuracy in order selection and kitting.
- Perform picking, packing, packaging, shipping, and order selection tasks as needed to support daily workflow.
- Climb and balance on step ladders and access multiple floors in the building to retrieve and store boxes.
- Work independently for the majority of the shift, managing assigned tasks and priorities with minimal supervision.
- Follow safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, and maintain a clean and organized work area.
Essential Skills
- Ability to frequently walk, stand, kneel, squat, stoop, bend, and twist for extended periods during the shift.
- Capability to manually lift and carry boxes ranging from 10 to 40 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds without assistance for prolonged periods.
- Experience working in a warehouse environment processing orders and moving boxes of files, books, binders, backup tapes, and other materials.
- Ability to load and safely operate hand trucks, hand carts, pallet jacks, and other material handling aids.
- Proficiency in reading and writing English to follow instructions, read labels, and complete documentation accurately.
- Strong attention to detail when reading labels, tracking orders, and handling sensitive and confidential materials.
- Ability to use a proprietary computer system for data entry, order tracking, and locating boxes.
- Experience operating a handheld scanner to track inventory and process orders.
- Comfort working at heights and using step ladders to access multiple floors within the building.
- Ability to work independently for long periods while maintaining productivity and accuracy.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in shipping, receiving, logistics, or packaging in a warehouse or distribution environment.
- Experience with order picking, order selection, kitting, packing, and shipping processes.
- Familiarity with meeting pick counts and productivity metrics in a fast-paced environment.
- Comfort working with dusty or older materials, including boxes stored for 10 to 15 years or more.
- Reliability in adhering to scheduled shifts, breaks, and safety guidelines.
- Interest in long-term growth and advancement opportunities within a warehouse or record center setting.
Why Work Here? You will join a stable operation with clear opportunities to grow and advance as you develop your skills in logistics and warehouse operations. The organization offers full benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a 401(k) plan with company match to support your long-term financial well-being. You receive paid time off and vacation accrual, along with all major holidays off, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
The company invests in your development through tuition support, safety protection and PPE, and shoe vouchers, demonstrating a strong commitment to employee safety and professional growth. Overtime opportunities provide a chance to increase your earnings, while a consistent MondayFriday schedule offers predictable hours and regular routines. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a warehouse record center that stores files and documents for a wide range of organizations, including materials that may contain sensitive information.
Many boxes have been stored for 10 to 15 years or more, so some materials may be dusty or dirty. The facility can become warm in the summer, but air is circulated and air conditioning operates across the distribution center to help maintain a workable environment. You will work primarily indoors, often independently for the majority of your shift, using hand carts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment. The building has multiple floors, and you will regularly use step ladders and move between levels, so comfort with heights is important.
The schedule follows a Monday through Friday workweek and includes two paid 15-minute breaks and one unpaid 30-minute lunch break. Safety protection and personal protective equipment are provided, and shoe vouchers support appropriate footwear for a warehouse setting.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lenexa, KS.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/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 25, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Lenexa,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
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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.