Warehouse Worker

Job Title: Warehouse Worker

Job Description

This role supports a busy distribution facility that manufactures automotive parts by performing a blend of shipping, receiving, and general warehouse duties on the 2nd shift. You will handle incoming and outgoing inventory, use RF scanners and rolling stairs to pick orders, and help ensure that materials are accurately processed and prepared for shipment in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials and restock inventory, dispatch, and overstock locations accurately and efficiently.
• Load and unload materials from trucks using appropriate warehouse equipment and safe lifting techniques.
• Break down boxes and package items securely for shipment according to company standards.
• Use rolling stairs, order pickers, and RF scanners to locate, pick, and process orders for the automotive industry.
• Pick orders from various heights using rolling safety ladders ranging from approximately 7 to 15 steps.
• Prepare and label outgoing shipments to ensure accurate and timely delivery.
• Assist warehouse supervisors as needed with general warehouse operations and special projects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area by disposing of cardboard, packaging materials, and debris appropriately.
• Follow all safety procedures when working around equipment, stairs, and moving machinery.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment, meeting productivity and accuracy expectations while working both independently and as part of a team.

Essential Skills

• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds.
• Comfort working on rolling safety ladders with approximately 5–7 steps and occasional use of taller ladders up to about 15 feet for shipping tasks.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, push, pull, and reach with hands and arms for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or squat as required by warehouse tasks.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English to follow instructions, complete documentation, and use RF scanners effectively.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment and maintaining productivity under mandatory overtime conditions.
• Self-motivated and able to work individually with minimal supervision while also collaborating with team members.
• Experience with general labor and warehouse tasks such as loading, unloading, picking, packing, and cleaning.
• Ability to use RF scanners for order picking and inventory processes.
• Willingness to work 2nd shift (2:00 PM–10:30 PM), Monday through Friday, with mandatory overtime up to 2 hours daily and occasional Saturdays.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with pallet jacks for moving materials within the warehouse.
• Background in order picking for distribution or manufacturing environments.
• Prior experience in a warehouse supporting the automotive industry is helpful but not required.
• Interest in learning forklift operation, with the opportunity for training after direct hire.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate picking, packing, and shipping.
• Reliability and consistent attendance to support production and shipping schedules.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a clear path for growth and skill development within a busy distribution environment. After transitioning to direct hire, you receive an immediate pay increase and gain access to forklift training that can lead to additional earnings. The employer provides medical, dental, and vision benefits and supports long-term employment, creating a stable environment where hard work and reliability are recognized and rewarded.

Work Environment

The role is based in a high-activity warehouse where the noise level is usually loud due to forklifts and other machinery running throughout the facility. You will work on the 2nd shift from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with mandatory overtime of up to 2 hours per day and occasional Saturday shifts. The position requires frequent use of stairs and RF scanners to access and process inventory located at various heights. The environment is fast-paced, with a focus on safety and efficient material handling. The dress code requires plain shirts without logos for beer or alcohol, jeans without holes, and closed-toe shoes to maintain a safe and professional appearance.

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

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/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 Brea,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 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.