Shipping Clerk - Steel Processing

Shipping Clerk – Split Shift (11a-7p) Granite City, Illinois

Starting at $20.51/hr + Bonuses + Shift Premiums

Granite City Processing (formerly Heidtman Steel) is growing, and we’re looking for reliable, motivated individuals to join our 2nd shift team. The shipping clerk is responsible for loading activities, scheduling truck appointments, and ensuring accurate, timely shipment of materials. Maintains inventory accuracy and required documentation using manual and computer systems.

We take care of our team. As a family-owned company with more than 65 years in the steel industry, we invest in our employees and treat them with respect. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job — you’re joining a workplace where people stay, grow, and succeed.

• Starting wage: $20.51/hr
• Production Incentive Bonus: 2025 average was 15.13% (approximately $3.10/hr extra based on base $20.51 per hour pay
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• Shift Premiums: 2nd shift: +$1.50/hr
  , 3rd shift: +$1.00/hr

• Illinois Paid Time Off (prorated 40 hours first year, 40 hours annually after)
• Vacation after 1 year of service
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Rx coverage
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Flexible spending account
• Wellness programs
• Health club reimbursement
• Work boot reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Short-term & long-term disability
• Life insurance
• And more!

If you’ve worked in manufacturing or handled equipment such as:

• Shipping/receiving experience preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
• High attention to detail; accurate data entry
• Proficient with computer systems
• Strong math skills and ability to follow written instructions

…you’ll fit right in. If not, we’re willing to train motivated candidates.

Granite City Processing combines decades of experience with forward-thinking leadership. We’re committed to innovation, safety, and creating a workplace where employees feel supported and appreciated.

Apply today and take the next step toward a stable, rewarding career with Granite City Processing.

Job Type: Full-time

Wage: $20.51 /hour plus shift differential and monthly incentive.

• Prepare bills of lading, pick tickets, and shipping documents
• Receive and log inbound materials
• Verify accuracy of inventory and paperwork
• Ensure all outbound materials are properly labeled and shipped
• Operate forklift and overhead crane to move and load materials
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment
• Transfer materials
• Perform other duties as assigned

You should be computer-literate to maintain the associated production documents. Experience driving a forklift, overhead crane, material handler, and steel handler experience is desired. This is a physically demanding job which requires standing, bending, twisting, stooping, and the ability to move up to 50 lbs.

Prior experience in machine operation and/or steel manufacturing experience is preferred for Slitter Opportunities; prior experience operating steel slitter machines is a bonus.