Job Information
Aerotek Shipping And Receiving Clerk in Woodinville, Washington
Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Associate
Job Description
The Shipping and Receiving Associate is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting, and documenting all incoming and outgoing shipments while strictly following standard operating procedures. This role manages material movement throughout the facility, supports pick-and-pack operations, maintains clean and organized warehouse and shipping areas, and verifies products, lot numbers, and truck conditions prior to shipment. Consistent attention to detail, accurate paperwork, and adherence to company procedures are essential to success in this position.
Responsibilities
Receive and unload freight manually or using pallet jacks and forklifts in a safe and efficient manner.
Verify items received against purchase orders to ensure accuracy of products, quantities, and lot numbers.
Deliver and retrieve products to and from work areas and storage locations throughout the facility.
Coordinate and plan appropriate receiving locations to optimize material flow and storage.
Track, store, and load recycling and other waste materials according to company procedures.
Maintain clean, organized, and orderly warehouse areas, with particular focus on shipping, receiving, and pick-and-pack zones.
Package, wrap, and prepare outgoing items for shipment in accordance with established SOPs and shipping requirements.
Verify that trucks arriving to pick up orders are clean and free of odors prior to loading.
Confirm that products and lot numbers match customer orders before releasing shipments.
Assist with pick-and-pack operations, including accurate order picking, packing, and order fulfillment, as needed.
Accurately complete all required shipping, receiving, and inventory paperwork and system entries.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety guidelines while handling products and working on the production floor.
Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, safely and in compliance with company and OSHA requirements once certified.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area and promptly report any safety concerns.
Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced production and distribution environment while meeting deadlines.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of accurate order picking experience in a warehouse, distribution, or similar environment.
Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including order picking, packing, and order fulfillment.
Ability to lift up to 55 pounds regularly and handle heavier items with team assistance as required.
Ability to stand for up to 8 hours and remain physically available for work for up to 10 hours a day.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Strong teamwork, coordination, organization, planning, and time management skills.
Ability to accurately maintain inventory records, documentation, and reporting.
Dependability and personal accountability to complete tasks on time and with a high level of accuracy.
Ability to follow instructions from multiple sources and adapt to fast-changing priorities in a production environment.
Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
Reliable transportation and a strong history of excellent attendance.
Ability to maintain and safely use warehouse equipment and obtain certification to operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, boom lifts, and scissor lifts.
Ability to safely use pallet jacks and other basic material-handling equipment.
Ability to stand, walk, twist, and bend over for extended periods and perform repetitive reaching at, below, and above shoulder level with varying weights.
Ability to occasionally lift tools and equipment in the 50 to 100 pound range to a height of 4 to 5 feet with team assistance for weights over 50 pounds.
Ability to occasionally climb ladders and navigate various plant structures.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards in a food production or food distribution environment is preferred.
Experience in food manufacturing, food processing, food packaging, or food industry logistics is beneficial.
Familiarity with shipping systems and shipping entry processes.
Experience in order processing, order selecting, and working as an order picker/packer.
Understanding of operational procedures in a temperature-controlled food manufacturing or distribution facility.
Strong attention to detail for verifying product, lot numbers, and documentation.
Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously in a production and warehouse setting.
Willingness to strictly follow OSHA requirements and company safety rules and regulations.
Why Work Here?
You will join a rapidly growing specialty gourmet company recognized for its commitment to superior quality, exceptional value, and outstanding customer service. The organization offers a competitive total rewards package that includes holiday pay, paid time off, and generous health and retirement benefits. Employees also have access to life insurance, a wellness program, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts. You will be part of a team that shares a strong passion for excellence and continuous growth, supported by a stable, well-established business that has been recognized on national growth rankings.
Work Environment
This role is based in a clean, temperature-controlled food manufacturing and distribution environment. The production floor is located in one building, while the warehouse operates in a separate building, requiring regular movement between the two areas. Work is performed primarily on the production floor and in warehouse shipping, receiving, and pick-and-pack zones. The position involves standing, walking, twisting, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift, with physical availability required for up to 10 hours a day. Employees work around food manufacturing and packaging equipment and use material-handling tools such as pallet jacks and forklifts. The facility follows strict Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety standards, and OSHA safety requirements, with a strong emphasis on cleanliness, organization, and maintaining a safe, orderly work environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woodinville, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr.
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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Woodinville,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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.