**Job Title: Warehouse Specialist** **Job Description** We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Warehouse Associate to support warehouse operations in a rapidly growing facility. This role is responsible for receiving incoming containers, processing serialized units, preparing shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting pallet building for specialized deliveries. As inventory volume is expected to double this year, this individual must thrive in a hands-on, fast-paced environment. **Responsibilities** + Unload containers on arrival, including last-minute arrivals near month-end. + Test incoming refrigeration/freezer units and verify temperature functionality. + Re-box, label, and prepare units for shipment after testing. + Maintain a $0 shippable backlog at month-end by ensuring all scannable/shippable items are processed. + Use Android-based scanning devices to track serialized inventory, apply company-specific labels, and update inventory records. + Assist with organizing warehouse layout, storage, and ongoing SOP creation. + Operate both sit-down Hyster and Crown stand-up forklifts, following strict safety procedures. + Build and modify pallets for premium white-glove deliveries. + Maintain cleanliness, organization, and daily warehouse upkeep. + Work collaboratively with a small team and support shifting priorities to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely warehouse operations. **Essential Skills** + Valid forklift certification (stand-up forklift preferred). + Hands-on warehouse experience in shipping, receiving, or inventory. + Ability to lift and move heavy units safely. + Experience with scanning devices or inventory systems. + Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety standards. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Woodworking or pallet building experience with tools like table saws and power saws. + Experience in logistics, manufacturing, inventory control, or material handling. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy health insurance with low-cost options, a robust 401K program, and a consistent day-shift schedule with flexibility. The company provides lunch every day, either by catering or dining out as a team. **Work Environment** Join a small, fast-growing team in a 20,000 sq. ft. non-climate-controlled warehouse. Experience a 'work hard, play harder' culture with a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. Benefit from daily company-paid lunches and opportunities to grow as the business expands. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.00/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 Charlotte,NC. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 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.