Loader​/Unloader

Loader / Unloader (1st Shift) | Up to $17.00/hr

Location: St. Peters, MO

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift: 1st Shift | Daytime Hours

Pay Rate: Up to $17.00 / Hour | Weekly Pay

Industry: Logistics, Material Handling, Warehousing, Freight Processing

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a dependable Loader / Unloader (1st Shift) for a fast-paced distribution facility in St. Peters, MO.

In this active dock role, you will load and unload inbound/outbound shipments, stage products, organize stock, and keep freight moving safely across the floor. If you are reliable, enjoy physical and hands-on work, and want a steady morning schedule with weekly pay, apply today!

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $17.00 / hour depending on experience.

• Predictable
  
  Schedule:
  
  Steady 1st Shift daytime hours with overtime potential.

• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.

• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans through Express.

• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

• Loading & Unloading: Safely load and unload shipments from trailers and containers according to schedule.

• Material Movement: Move products and staging materials across the floor using pallet jacks, carts, or forklifts (if trained/certified).

• Product Staging: Organize, stack, and stage incoming freight and outgoing orders in designated bays.

• Team Operations: Collaborate closely with team members to meet daily shift output and dock productivity goals.

• Workstation Upkeep: Maintain clean, organized, and safety-compliant dock areas following facility guidelines.

• Experience Level: Prior experience in loading, unloading, freight handling, or material movement preferred.

• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to speak, read, and write in English to read freight tags, understand safety rules, and communicate effectively with team members.

• Pace & Work Ethic: Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and execute repetitive loading tasks efficiently.

• Team Focus: Strong communication skills and a positive attitude for working in a team environment.

• Reliability: Excellent attendance, daily punctuality, and reliable transportation to St. Peters, MO.

• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment background checks and screenings.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.