Outbound Shipping Associate Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

Job Title: Shipping Associate
Job Description

This contract Shipping Associate role supports a busy manufacturing operation that produces electrical connectors used to power electric pumps in oil and gas drilling. The position focuses on accurately pulling, packaging, and shipping products, including cable cutting and preparation, while working closely with customer service and a small shipping team. This is a day-shift role on a Monday–Friday schedule, designed to cover a medical leave for several months, with the possibility of longer-term opportunities based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Meet each morning with the customer service team to review in-stock parts using spreadsheets and plan daily shipments.
• Pull parts listed on spreadsheets and prepare them for shipment by packaging them into individual boxes.
• Measure and record the weight and dimensions of each packaged part using a warehouse scale and tape measure.
• Handle all outbound shipping activities for assigned orders while coordinating with a separate receiving associate.
• Verify serial numbers and ensure they match order information, maintaining accurate tracking and documentation for each shipment.
• Use a sit-down forklift to move cable reels and position them on rails for measuring and cutting.
• Operate a machine that measures cable length and use a battery-powered cutting device to cut cable to specified lengths.
• Transfer cable from a 6-foot rail to a 3-foot coil, secure it with tape, and ensure it is neatly prepared for shipping or internal use.
• Lift boxes weighing up to 100 pounds onto pallet jacks and carts, using material handling equipment to move them safely.
• Assist with cable cutting and deliver cut cable to different production cells as needed.
• Stand and work on the warehouse floor for up to 8 hours per day while performing shipping and material handling tasks.
• Collaborate closely with a team of three other shipping associates to meet daily shipping and production support goals.
• Maintain organization and accuracy in all shipping documentation, labels, and records.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of equipment and adherence to required protective footwear and warehouse guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support shipping, production, and logistics operations.

Essential Skills

• Experience with SAP for shipping or logistics activities.
• Hands-on shipping experience, including pulling, packaging, and preparing orders for shipment.
• Proficiency operating a sit-down forklift in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English well to communicate effectively with customer service and sales representatives from different countries.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, especially when verifying serial numbers and matching them to orders.
• Comfort working with computers and using software tools; prior experience with SAP or Excel is very helpful.
• Ability to stand on feet for 8 hours per day in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to lift boxes up to 75 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds with assistance and material handling equipment.
• Team-oriented mindset and positive attitude when working closely with three other shipping associates.
• Capability to work 40 hours per week on a steady day shift schedule.
• Willingness to commit to the assignment for a minimum of 6 months and up to 12 months, supporting continuity during a medical leave.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse shipping, logistics, or material handling.
• Background in assembly, production, manufacturing, or order picking environments.
• Familiarity with Excel or other spreadsheet tools to review and track in-stock parts.
• Comfort working in a setting that can be busy at times, while maintaining a steady and consistent work pace.
• Ability to use pallet jacks and carts to move heavy boxes safely.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with customer service and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to related duties beyond core shipping tasks, including cable cutting and support for different production cells.
• Commitment to passing required Background checks and drug screening in line with contract requirements.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a friendly and supportive management team, a steady day-shift schedule that promotes work-life balance, and the chance to gain valuable hands-on experience in shipping and logistics within a growing manufacturing environment. The role offers competitive compensation for contract work and the opportunity for top performers to be considered for full-time conversion, providing a clear path to long-term stability and career growth.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse and manufacturing setting with a steady but sometimes busy pace. The position follows a Monday–Friday day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a standard 40-hour workweek. The work requires standing for up to 8 hours per day and handling boxes that can weigh up to 75 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds with the aid of pallet jacks and carts. A sit-down forklift is used to move cable and materials, and equipment such as a warehouse scale, tape measure, cable measuring machine, and battery-powered cutting device are used daily. Steel-toed boots are required as part of the dress code, and safety practices are emphasized. The pace of work is generally steady, with occasional busy periods as shipping volumes increase.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of SANTA ROSA, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 SANTA ROSA,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 3, 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.

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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.

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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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.