Outbound Warehouse Worker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Warehouse Distribution Associate

Job Description

This role focuses on accurately picking, packing, and shipping parts in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will work as part of a collaborative team to process orders, manage inventory, and prepare outbound shipments while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and organization. Over time, you will become familiar with a wide range of products, tools, and items, ensuring they are correctly scanned, stored, and shipped to the right locations.

Responsibilities

• Take and prioritize orders to ensure all shipments are completed accurately and on time.
• Work as part of a team to pick parts from the warehouse and place them on the correct shelves or staging areas.
• Learn and recognize each product, tool, and item stored in the warehouse to support accurate picking and inventory control.
• Use an RF scanner on a daily basis to scan parts, track inventory movements, and update the ERP system.
• Count inventory and perform cycle counts to physically verify that all parts are accounted for.
• Consolidate parts stored in multiple locations to maintain an organized and efficient warehouse layout.
• Inspect parts for damage, rust, or other quality issues before packing or shipping.
• Package parts according to established packaging standards to protect items during transit.
• Prepare outbound shipments by physically verifying all units are accounted for and properly staged on the dock.
• Unbag, unband, and inspect outbound units for damage before final shipment.
• Take and upload photos for outbound shipments as part of the digital Outbound Quality Inspection process.
• Request any units not staged on the dock to be pulled and staged for inspection and shipment.
• Ensure all parts are labeled correctly and shipped to the correct address and location.
• Handle materials safely, including lifting items up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and non-cluttered work area in line with warehouse standards.
• Meet deadlines and productivity goals while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate consistent attendance and punctuality, arriving on time and minimizing unscheduled absences.
• Follow all established warehouse processes and procedures to support a safe and efficient operation.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to a positive, cooperative work environment.

Essential Skills

• Previous inventory control experience.
• Daily use of RF scanners for scanning and tracking parts.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and the ability to use them in day-to-day warehouse operations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely and repeatedly as part of material handling duties.
• Experience with picking and packing orders in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• Strong basic math skills to support counting, inventory verification, and order accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Attention to detail when verifying part counts, inspecting items, and confirming shipment details.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, with a strong sense of dependability.
• Willingness to take on a variety of warehouse tasks and a “do whatever it takes” attitude to get the job done.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with distribution and small parcel shipping processes.
• Material handling, including operating warehouse equipment such as reach trucks or forklifts (if certified and applicable).
• Experience with scanning, picking, and packing workflows in a warehouse setting.
• Strong organizational skills to help maintain a clean, structured, and efficient warehouse.
• Ability to follow detailed processes and standard operating procedures.
• Positive, team-oriented personality that contributes to a cooperative work culture.
• Stable work history with clear and reasonable explanations for previous job changes.

Why Work Here?

You will join a clean, well-organized, and safety-focused operation that values teamwork, positive attitudes, and reliability. The role offers a long-term contract with performance evaluations that can lead to pay increases, as well as access to holiday and vacation benefits. The culture emphasizes openness, clear processes, and mutual respect, with hiring decisions strongly influenced by personality and fit within the team. You will receive training to succeed in a deadline-driven environment and have the opportunity to grow your skills while working alongside colleagues who support one another.

Work Environment

This position is based at a west campus warehouse facility on a first shift schedule, typically 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with work on most Saturdays and some Sundays as needed to meet deadlines. The warehouse is described as extremely clean, safe, open, and non-cluttered, with organized shelving and clearly defined processes for every task. You will work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven distribution environment using ERP systems, RF scanners, and standard warehouse equipment for picking, packing, and material handling. The operation emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a structured approach to workflow. Dependability, punctuality, and consistent attendance are critical, as the team relies on each person to be present and engaged. The facility maintains a professional atmosphere where cleanliness, organization, and safety are part of the daily routine.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rochester Hills, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Rochester Hills,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 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.

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.

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.