Shipping Assistant Jobs in Milan, IL (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Associate (1st Shift, No weekends!)

Job Description

Join a collaborative shipping and receiving team where you will handle incoming parts, process receipts, and ensure accurate storage of materials. This role combines hands-on physical work with basic computer tasks to keep inventory flowing smoothly and support daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Check in incoming parts accurately and verify shipments against documentation.
• Process receipts in the system and ensure all inventory transactions are recorded correctly.
• Store parts in designated locations in an organized and efficient manner.
• Handle, lift, and carry parts weighing up to 75 lbs, using a forklift for heavier or bulk items as needed.
• Perform general shipping and receiving tasks, including preparing items for shipment and packaging materials securely.
• Use basic computer applications to complete data entry, navigate email, and communicate through collaboration tools such as Teams.
• Assist with inventory-related tasks, including organizing stock and helping maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Adapt to changing priorities and support different tasks or areas as needs arise within the shipping and receiving function.
• Work closely with the shipping and receiving team to ensure timely and accurate movement of materials.

Essential Skills

• Basic computer literacy, including the ability to navigate email and collaboration tools such as Teams.
• Demonstrated ability to perform data entry accurately and efficiently.
• Physical ability to walk, bend, and lift or carry parts weighing up to 75 lbs safely.
• Experience with shipping and receiving operations.
• Experience operating a forklift or strong familiarity with forklift use.
• Ability to work safely when handling materials and operating equipment.
• Flexibility to handle changing tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that invests heavily in cutting-edge technology and fosters a supportive, family-like atmosphere. The organization partners with large customers and collaborates with other integrators, giving you exposure to industry best practices and opportunities to learn from experienced professionals. You can build practical skills in a stable, team-oriented environment where your contributions directly support key customers and ongoing projects.

Work Environment

You will work as part of a dedicated shipping and receiving team in a hands-on, warehouse-style environment. The role involves frequent walking, bending, lifting, and carrying parts, as well as operating a forklift for heavier or bulk items. You will use basic computer tools for email, data entry, and communication through platforms such as Teams. The setting emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficiency while supporting modern operations that leverage advanced technology. Core hours are 7:30am - 4pm, Monday - Friday.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rock Island, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Rock Island,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 6, 2026.

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:
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.