Loading, Shipping and Receiving Associate 1st Shift

Job Description Base pay rate starts at $19.00 per hour 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM

The Loading, Shipping and Receiving Associate position is an entry-level role that is responsible for handling incoming and outgoing shipments. Loaders play a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency of shipping operations and ensuring that products are delivered and received in good condition.

• Understands and follows safety rules and precautions in a manufacturing environment.
• Employs a range of crating and packaging resources, including metal bands and protective coverings, to ensure parts are securely fastened and safeguarded during transport.
• Proficient in operating forklifts and other lifting equipment.
• Responsible for each lift, deciding when to check actual vs maximum allowable trailer load.
• Assists with inventory counts as required.
• Maintains practices for continuous improvement within the work area.
• May be assigned other projects or tasks by the team leader.

• Experience working in a distribution or manufacturing environment
• Ability to safely operate a forklift
• Basic math skills, including ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to work independently and with others
• High school diploma or GED

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds on a continual basis above shoulder height and below the waist
• Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment
  
  Some knowledge of a manufacturing environment.

Site Address: 1306 S. Powell Rd. Independence, MO 64057

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time
* team members receive
** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

* Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.
** Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.