Shipper/Receiver

Aertssen Logistics USA•Tacoma, WA

1d•$22 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Aertssen Logistics USA, Inc. is expanding its operations to Tacoma, WA, and seeking an energetic Shipper/Receiver to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for loading and unloading various construction and agricultural machines and parts onto and off trucks, inspecting them for damage, and ensuring accurate and safe movement into storage or shipping areas. The ideal candidate will have experience with warehouse management systems, forklift operation, aerial work platforms, and basic math skills. Aertssen Logistics maintains a strong safety culture and expects all employees to work deliberately, follow procedures, and prioritize safety over speed.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Shipper/Receiver or in a similar warehouse, logistics, or heavy-equipment environment with a demonstrated focus on safe operating practices
Recent hands-on forklift operating experience in active warehouse or yard environments
Ability to safely lift, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds and perform regular physical tasks using proper techniques
Comfortable working in small or confined spaces and tight loading areas while maintaining situational awareness
Ability to climb up, under, around, and over large equipment and work safely at heights of up to 30 feet in accordance with safety procedures
Strong attention to detail, including accurately verifying serial numbers, quantities, and shipping documentation to prevent shipping or handling errors
Ability to perform basic math calculations related to inventory, weights, and counts
Strong communication skills and the ability to ask questions, report concerns, and coordinate clearly with teammates
Commitment to following safety procedures, company policies, and operational guidelines without shortcuts
Comfortable working outdoors year-round and in non-climate-controlled warehouses
A current, valid driver’s license, with an insurable driving record, is required

Nice To Haves

Experience operating or working around large construction equipment or heavy machinery in regulated or safety-sensitive environments
Proficiency with loading bridges and other specialized material-handling equipment where precision and control are critical
Experience operating aerial work platforms or similar elevated equipment with documented training or prior certification
Prior experience staging, securing, blocking, bracing, or tarping oversized loads in compliance with transport and safety standards
Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) or mobile inventory tracking applications
History of working collaboratively with operations or logistics teams to support safe and efficient workflows

Responsibilities

Loads and unloads machines and parts from trailers using loading bridges and other material-handling equipment, often in tight or confined spaces
Safely blocks, braces, and/or tarps goods on trailers for outbound shipments as required
Verifies incoming and outgoing shipments by checking serial numbers, quantities, and shipment documentation to ensure accuracy
Inspects all received and shipped goods for damage, defects, or discrepancies, and promptly documents and reports any issues
Moves products to designated storage locations and stores materials in accordance with established guidelines and safety requirements
Stages and prepares shipments to support efficient outbound operations
Operates warehouse management systems (WMS) and mobile applications to accurately track inventory movement, receipts, and shipments
Maintains accurate shipping and receiving records and ensures all transactions are properly documented
Coordinates with internal warehouse, operations, and logistics teams to support smooth workflow and on-time shipments
Follows all safety procedures, company policies, and best practices at all times
Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment
All this is always carried out in accordance with our company's quality, environmental, and health policies.