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Job Title: Shipping Manager

Seeking a skilled shipping manager to oversee warehouse operations for a manufacturing site in Irvine, CA.

Job Description

The Shipping Manager oversees day-to-day warehouse and shipping operations, ensuring products are received, stored, and shipped accurately and on time. This role maintains inventory control, supports a clean and organized manufacturing environment, and leads a small team while working extensively with ERP systems and Microsoft Office to manage shipping, receiving, and invoicing activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily shipping, receiving, inventory, and overall warehouse operations to ensure efficient product flow.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small team of warehouse personnel (approximately 2–3 team members).
• Oversee domestic and international shipments using parcel and freight carriers, including FedEx, FedEx Freight, UPS, DHL, LTL, and FTL platforms.
• Process shipping transactions, receiving activities, and invoicing within the ERP system accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments with internal teams such as Production, Purchasing, Sales, Quality, and Accounting, as well as external carriers, to prioritize orders and resolve issues.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts, receiving, picking, packing, and material movement activities.
• Review and verify shipping documentation, including packing slips, purchase orders, and invoices, for completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with applicable shipping regulations, quality requirements, and internal company procedures.
• Operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and cherry pickers safely and efficiently.
• Use Microsoft Office and ERP systems to track inventory, prepare shipping documentation, and support logistics processes.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment in a clean manufacturing setting.
• Support order fulfillment activities, including packing and shipping, to meet customer delivery expectations.
• Help maintain appropriate levels of shipping supplies and materials to avoid operational delays.

Essential Skills

• 10+ years of warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on shipping and receiving operations.
• Proven experience in warehouse management and inventory management, including inventory control and cycle counting.
• Hands-on experience with shipping and receiving, picking, packing, and order fulfillment processes.
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems and the ability to process transactions, receiving, and invoicing within these platforms.
• Solid Microsoft Office skills to support documentation, reporting, and communication.
• Experience working with major shipping platforms and carriers, including FedEx, FedEx Freight, UPS, DHL, LTL, and FTL shipping.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and cherry pickers safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of logistics and warehouse inventory practices, including material movement and stock accuracy.
• Ability to use computers confidently for data entry, documentation, and system navigation.
• ITAR qualification and ability to work in compliance with related requirements.
• Familiarity with ESD-safe work environments and adherence to relevant handling procedures.
• Strong attention to detail in reviewing shipping documentation, packing slips, purchase orders, and invoices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Electronic product knowledge is a plus and supports handling and shipping of sensitive components.
• Bilingual communication skills are highly valued and can enhance coordination with diverse teams and carriers.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is beneficial.
• Experience using UPS WorldShip and other carrier-specific software platforms.
• Experienced in international shipping and documentation requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and support a small warehouse team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a performance-oriented culture that rewards success through bonuses tied to company results, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays and medical, dental, and vision coverage. The organization promotes stability, long-term growth, and a supportive environment where operational excellence and continuous improvement are valued.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean manufacturing environment with a focus on safety, organization, and efficiency. The standard shift runs from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime available as needed. Team members work with warehouse equipment such as forklifts and cherry pickers and rely on ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and carrier platforms like FedEx, UPS, DHL, and LTL/FTL tools to manage logistics. The facility follows ESD-safe practices for handling sensitive materials, and the overall atmosphere supports structured processes and clear operational standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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 Irvine,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 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.