Job Title: Warehouse Associate

Job Description

The Warehouse Associate plays a key role in a highly detailed aviation parts warehouse by accurately receiving, inspecting, storing, picking, packing, and preparing products for domestic and international shipment. This position focuses on safe product handling, precise inventory control, and consistent use of warehouse systems and equipment to ensure products move efficiently and securely through the facility.

Responsibilities

• Accurately follow written and verbal directions to select products from pick tickets and put new products away in storage within a detailed aviation parts warehouse environment.
• Receive packages into the warehouse, verify and identify part numbers, and put away inventory in the correct locations.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment (MHE) safely and efficiently.
• Accurately inventory, identify, and select small, specific aviation parts from inventory locations while maintaining high levels of accuracy.
• Complete all required data entry in the Warehouse Management System, including scanning, tracking, and updating inventory records.
• Pick, palletize, wrap, and scan orders using FIFO (First In, First Out) to maintain inventory rotation and accuracy.
• Hand-stack products in a specific sequence and location inside boxes or packages to prepare shipments for domestic and international customers.
• Maintain the integrity of products through proper handling, storage, and packaging practices.
• Return undelivered, mis-picked, or incorrect products to their proper inventory locations promptly and accurately.
• Transport products from storage areas to designated shipping areas within expected timeframes.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including verifying counts, checking documentation, and preparing orders for outbound shipment.
• Use RF or Zebra scanners and related equipment to support picking, packing, inventory control, and cycle counting activities.
• Perform regular cycle counts and support inventory control efforts to maintain inventory accuracy and tracking.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures, observe safe product handling techniques, and actively contribute to a safe working environment.
• Cooperate and communicate effectively with supervisors and peers to support smooth warehouse operations.
• Adhere to the company’s attendance expectations by arriving on time as scheduled and completing the full shift based on business needs.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on material handling equipment as required.
• Participate in 5S and lean activities as directed to maintain an organized, clean, and efficient warehouse.
• Use Microsoft Office applications to support basic reporting, communication, and documentation needs.
• Read, write, and comprehend English sufficiently to interpret labels, pick lists, scanner prompts, signage, and written instructions, and to complete shipping papers, reports, and records accurately.
• Perform various other warehouse duties and general labor tasks as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a warehouse environment as a warehouse associate, including operating powered equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment (MHE).
• Ability to accurately identify part numbers and place inventory into correct locations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office for basic documentation and communication.
• Ability to use Warehouse Management Systems for data entry, inventory tracking, and order processing.
• Experience with picking and packing orders, including order picking and packaging for shipment.
• Knowledge of shipping and receiving processes and documentation.
• Ability to perform inventory control tasks, including inventory accuracy, inventory tracking, and cycle counts.
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend English well enough to follow written and verbal instructions and complete required paperwork and records.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including standing, sitting, and walking throughout the shift; repeated twisting at the torso; lifting, pushing, and pulling inventory from shelves; and regularly lifting 20 to 100 pounds with reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
• Strong attention to detail when handling small, specific aviation parts and inspection activities.
• Ability to pass compliance and drug test requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Warehouse experience of at least 1 year (preferred).
• Previous work experience in an aviation maintenance or aviation parts warehouse (preferred).
• Familiarity with aviation, aerospace, and aviation quality assurance environments.
• Experience working in a highly detailed aviation parts warehouse.
• Familiarity with Zebra scanners or similar RF scanning devices.
• Experience with sit-down forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Comfort working with inspection gauges and related tools.
• Knowledge of FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory rotation practices.
• Experience with general labor tasks in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to participate in 5S and lean initiatives to improve organization and efficiency.
• Comfort working with warehouse inventory systems and basic data entry tasks.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, climate-controlled, and modern warehouse environment with a new facility and a comfortable break room designed to support your day-to-day well-being. Once hired as a full-time employee, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical and dental coverage after the first 90 days, vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and pay that reflects your experience. You will also enjoy a paid gym membership in accordance with company policy, supporting a healthy lifestyle. The organization follows equal employment opportunity principles and offers a professional, safety-focused culture where your contribution to accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork is valued.

Work Environment

This role is based in a climate-controlled warehouse within a new, modern facility that provides a comfortable and organized work setting. The warehouse is focused on aviation parts and operates with a high level of detail and quality assurance. You will work with forklifts, pallet jacks, electric pallet jacks, RF and Zebra scanners, inspection gauges, and a Warehouse Management System, as well as Microsoft Office for basic administrative tasks. The standard shift runs from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Thursday, and from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday, providing a consistent daytime schedule. The facility offers a nice break room for meals and rest periods. Work involves standing, walking, lifting, twisting, and handling inventory throughout the shift, with a strong emphasis on safety, organization, and adherence to 5S and lean principles.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $15.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.

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.