Job Title: Shipping CoordinatorJob Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Shipping Coordinator for the 1st shift, working from 7am to 3pm, Monday through Friday. The role involves coordinating all activities required to process work orders effectively, preparing materials for safe and secure shipment, optimizing load configurations, and meeting or exceeding shipping requirements.

ResponsibilitiesCoordinate all activities required to process work orders effectively.Prepare materials for safe and secure shipment to customer locations.Optimize load configurations to ensure shipping efficiency.Read, interpret, and process orders using work orders, packing lists, bills of lading, and export papers.Attach labels or identifying tags to ensure shipment accuracy.Measure and mark dimensions on shipping materials for box, crate, or skid construction.Protect products against weather and damage during transit.Accurately inventory and document products for shipment.Plan activities to complete jobs efficiently and ensure on-time shipment.Load and unload trucks in a timely manner.Use the decimal conversion chart as needed.Work with close tolerances using standard measuring devices.Select, set up, and adjust equipment necessary for efficient job completion.Verify conformance of finished products to work order requirements.Coordinate acceptance and signoff of finished work with the quality control department.Follow oral and written instructions.Safely operate fork trucks or other material handling equipment.Complete forklift training and pass the certification test.Maintain housekeeping standards in compliance with company policies.Meet or exceed company standards for productivity and efficiency.Work with team leaders or supervision to accomplish tasks accurately.Convey necessary information to team members of other shifts for smooth transitions.Essential Skills1-2 years of experience in shipping or a related field.Ability to read a tape measure.Experience operating a sit-down forklift.Additional Skills & QualificationsProficiency in using measuring devices such as tapes, micrometers, and calipers.Experience in general labor and production environments.Ability to load and unload materials efficiently.Data entry skills.Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company that truly cares about its employees, offering great benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, safety bonuses, and opportunities for team bonding through events like yearly employee picnics and golf outings.

Work Environment

This role is based on the 1st shift with hours from 7am to 3pm, Monday to Friday. The facility is not climate-controlled and may have a mild odor from the steel and presses. The dress code requires steel-toed shoes, jeans, and a t-shirt or long sleeves depending on the weather.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2026.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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