Shipping And Receiving Lead

Job Title:

Shipping and Receiving Lead 1st Shift $25 -$27 per hour based on overall experience. Job Description The Shipping and Receiving Lead supports a small fabrication shop that produces heat exchanger equipment for the power generation, petrochemical, HVAC, and pulp and paper industries. This role ensures the accurate, timely, and organized flow of materials in and out of the facility, maintains precise inventory records, and closely supports production by coordinating the movement of goods throughout the shop. Responsibilities Receive incoming materials, inspect them for damage or defects, verify quantities, and match all items against purchase orders and packing slips. Prepare outgoing shipments by accurately picking and packing orders, labeling packages, and completing all required shipping documentation. Update inventory systems promptly and accurately, monitor stock levels, and report any discrepancies or issues with materials to the appropriate personnel. Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely to load, unload, move, and stage materials throughout the warehouse and shop. Coordinate closely with production teams to deliver materials and components to work areas as needed to support on-time fabrication and assembly. Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient warehouse and shipping area, ensuring materials are stored properly and are easy to locate. Follow all safety procedures and shop policies while handling materials, operating equipment, and working within the warehouse and production areas. Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners regarding shipment status, delivery schedules, and any issues with orders or materials. Support basic logistics activities, including arranging shipments, working with carriers, and tracking deliveries when required. Provide courteous and professional customer service when interacting with drivers, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Essential Skills Proven experience in shipping, receiving, or warehouse operations. Ability to read and interpret packing slips, purchase orders, and shipping documents accurately. Ability to work on computers and learn new software systems used for inventory and logistics. Basic computer proficiency for data entry, inventory updates, and documentation. Forklift experience with the ability to operate material-handling equipment safely. Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate counts, documentation, and inventory control. Mechanically inclined mindset to handle industrial materials and equipment safely and effectively. Effective communication skills to coordinate with production, vendors, and carriers. Additional Skills & Qualifications Forklift certification preferred. Experience with inventory control processes and best practices. Experience in logistics or distribution environments. Customer service experience in a warehouse or shipping and receiving setting. Familiarity with SAP or similar inventory and ERP systems. Ability to adapt to and learn shop-specific software and tools. Why Work Here? Employees join a close-knit team in a smaller shop environment where people know and support each other, creating a workplace that feels like family. The company offers paid medical and dental insurance for employees, available starting on the first day of the month after hire, supporting both health and financial well-being. Team members benefit from a strong internal reputation for treating employees with respect, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and long-term commitment. Work Environment The role is based in a smaller fabrication shop environment located in Ooltewah, TN, offering a hands-on, team-oriented setting rather than a large, impersonal warehouse. The position works a consistent schedule of five 8-hour days, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Work involves regular use of forklifts and other material-handling equipment, handling industrial materials used in heat exchanger fabrication, and working in both warehouse and production areas. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and cleanliness, with an expectation that employees maintain orderly work areas and follow all safety procedures. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of

OOLTEWAH, TN.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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

OOLTEWAH,TN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 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.