Shipping Clerk 20+/Hr FERNDALE @ Aerotek

Job Title: Shipping Clerk and Hi-Lo DriverJob DescriptionThis role combines shipping and receiving responsibilities with operation of sit-down and stand-up hi-lo forklifts in a chemical plant environment. You prepare and stage customer orders, load and unload trailers, maintain accurate shipping documentation, and keep the work area safe and organized while working closely with the order department to support on-time, accurate deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently using sit-down and stand-up hi-lo forklifts (propane and electric).
• Prepare, stage, and load customer orders for shipment without direct supervision, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including data entry, bill of lading (BOL) preparation, and labeling of shipments.
• Rotate stock and move inventory to the proper designated areas to maintain organized and efficient material flow.
• Maintain clear communication with the order department to ensure customer satisfaction and resolve any shipping issues.
• Use SAP or other ERP systems to process orders, track inventory, and update shipping information as required.
• Operate scanners/RF scanners, when applicable, to record and track inventory and shipment details.
• Clean up and maintain a safe, orderly work area in accordance with facility safety standards.
• Handle heavy materials, including lifting up to 100 lbs and moving 55-gallon drums safely and correctly.
• Follow established procedures and work instructions, performing other duties as assigned to support plant operations.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a hi-lo (forklift) driver.
• Proven experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts; the 5 years of experience may be split between these types.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs and safely move 55-gallon drums.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving processes, including loading/unloading trailers and staging orders.
• Proficiency with SAP or other ERP systems for order processing and inventory tracking.
• Basic data entry skills for recording shipping, receiving, and inventory information.
• Experience preparing bills of lading (BOL) and labeling shipments accurately.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high accuracy.
• Strong attention to safety and ability to maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with the order department and support customer satisfaction.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using scanners or RF scanners to track inventory and shipments (nice to have).
• Customer service mindset when interacting with internal departments and supporting customer orders.
• Familiarity with chemical plant or industrial warehouse environments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize shipments in a fast-paced setting.
• Reliability and punctuality for consistent weekday shift work.

Why Work Here? You join a stable organization that values safety, reliability, and teamwork, and offers solid benefits to support your well-being. The role provides consistent weekday hours, the opportunity to build on your forklift and shipping expertise, and a work culture that appreciates dependable, detail-oriented employees.

Work EnvironmentThe position is based in a chemical plant with an active shipping and receiving area, where you work hands-on with materials and finished goods. You operate both sit-down and stand-up hi-lo forklifts powered by propane and electric, and use SAP or other ERP systems along with data entry tools to manage orders and inventory. Work is performed on-site Monday through Friday, typically on either a 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM shift or a 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM shift. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and proper material handling, including lifting heavy items and moving 55-gallon drums.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Ferndale, MI.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 26, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Ferndale,MI.

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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