Shipping And Receiving Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Specialist

Job Description

As a Shipping and Receiving Specialist, you will be responsible for operating drum and tote filling requirements, properly selecting and rolling drums onto conveyors, and stenciling/labeling containers as per customer requirements. You will also be responsible for checking empty containers, adding dye to drums, managing drum/tote shipping, repackaging drums, and pumping drums to flush tanks. Maintaining quality control standards for customers, performing daily inspections of pipelines and valves, and executing operating and work orders are key components of this role. Additionally, you will be expected to communicate effectively with team members to accomplish tasks, solve problems as they arise, and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE). Daily housekeeping and other duties as directed will also be part of your responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Operate drum and tote filling requirements.

Select and roll drums onto conveyors.

Stencil/label containers per customer requirements.

Check empty containers and add dye to drums.

Manage drum/tote shipping and place full drums in proper locations.

Repackage drums and pump drums to flush tanks.

Maintain quality control according to customer requirements.

Perform daily inspections of pipelines and valves.

Perform minor maintenance activities.

Execute operating orders and associated documents.

Communicate and collaborate with team members.

Problem-solve and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

Properly use PPE and perform daily housekeeping.

Complete other duties as directed.Essential Skills

Forklift operating experience.

Experience in a warehouse setting, preferably in an industrial plant environment.

Ability to multi-task and effectively communicate in English.

Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and operating instructions.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Possession of a TWIC card or the ability to acquire one, with company support for obtaining it.

Competency in using basic numerical calculations.Why Work Here?

This is a long-term opportunity where you will be trained on multiple plant production, warehouse, and filling roles during orientation. The company promotes from within, ensuring everyone starts at the same pay rate. You will have the chance to work alongside former contractors who have advanced to supervisory roles. The organization values teamwork and provides training and growth opportunities.

Work Environment

This role is based in a warehouse environment inside an oil and gas terminal/plant setting. Shifts vary from 6am-6pm, 6am-4pm, 9am-9pm, or 11am-9pm, depending on volume. Overtime is typically voluntary and often occurs on Saturdays. Steel toes and a uniform provided by Cintas are required. The team consists of 60 employees and approximately 15 contractors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of GEISMAR, Louisiana.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 GEISMAR,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 9, 2025.

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.Company Description

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.