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Job Title: Returns Coordinator / Returns Specialist

Job Description

The Returns Coordinator / Returns Specialist works onsite in a logistics facility inspecting products returned from customers and accurately recording quality data in warehouse and inventory systems. This role combines quality inspection, warehousing and logistics activities, and computer-based data entry to determine whether returned products are sellable or unsellable. You will help maintain high product standards, support inventory accuracy, and provide clear quality information to management.

Responsibilities

• Inspect returned products thoroughly to determine whether items are sellable or unsellable based on established quality standards and customer specifications.
• Perform high-level quality inspection and assurance activities on various casings and related products, ensuring they meet internal and customer requirements.
• Conduct visual inspections and quality checks, identifying defects, damage, or nonconformities and documenting findings accurately.
• Log and maintain detailed quality data in warehouse management systems (such as SAP, Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, or JDA) and other computer systems.
• Enter and update information in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, to track quality metrics, inventory status, and inspection results.
• Perform cycle counts and support inventory control activities to ensure accurate stock levels of returned and inspected products.
• Support internal auditing activities, including participating in internal audits related to quality and inventory processes.
• Ensure quality metrics are accurately captured, analyzed, and communicated to management to support quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain the highest level of product compliance and accuracy by following established procedures and documenting all work clearly.
• Communicate effectively with management and relevant teams regarding quality trends, issues, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Handle and move products in a warehouse environment, including lifting items weighing approximately 25–45 lbs as needed.
• Work collaboratively with logistics and warehouse personnel to ensure efficient processing and storage of returned products.
• Follow all facility safety, quality, and operational procedures while working onsite in the logistics environment.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in high-level quality inspection and quality assurance in a warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on warehouse experience, including the ability to lift and move products weighing approximately 25–45 lbs.
• Experience with cycle counting and inventory control processes.
• Practical knowledge of internal auditing and participation in internal quality or process audits.
• Ability to interpret and work according to customer specifications and other quality requirements.
• Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS), such as Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, JDA, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Strong computer skills, including data entry and use of Microsoft Office software, especially Excel.
• Keen eye for detail and strong visual inspection skills to distinguish between sellable and unsellable products.
• Ability to capture, analyze, and communicate quality metrics clearly to management.
• Comfort working full-time onsite in a logistics and warehouse environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Logistics, distribution, or warehousing operations experience.
• Experience working with quality metrics and continuous improvement activities.
• Familiarity with auditing practices and documentation in a quality-focused environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and collaborating with management.
• Organized, methodical approach to work with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

Why Work Here?

You will join an established and reputable organization known for offering premium products that you can be proud to support. The role starts as a temporary assignment with a clear path to permanent employment, providing long-term stability and growth. Permanent employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, as well as a 401(k) plan with an immediate 4% match. You will have access to tuition assistance to support your professional development, wellness discount programs, and an attractive employee discount program that includes options such as pet insurance. Employees also gain access to an exclusive branded apparel store and a lucrative referral program that rewards you for introducing trusted members of your network. The environment values quality, reliability, and continuous improvement, offering a supportive setting where your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy are highly appreciated.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clayton, IN.

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Clayton,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 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.