Shipping & Warehouse Specialist (1st Shift)

Shipping & Warehouse Specialist (1st Shift) Gerald Industries, A DEMA Company | Gerald, MO Earn Up to $18.10/hour Starting Compensation* Day Shift Only | 4½-Day Work Week | Early Finish Every Friday Why You'll Love Working Here Up to $18.10/hour starting compensation* Performance incentives with opportunities to earn more Day shift only - enjoy your evenings at home 4½-day work week with an early finish every Friday Excellent work-life balance Minimal mandatory overtime (optional overtime available) Health insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, and PTO Stable, year-round employment with a growing manufacturer Training and opportunities for advancement *Starting compensation includes our Perfect Attendance Incentive for eligible employees. Join a Team That Delivers Quality At Gerald Industries, we know our success starts with our people. We're looking for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who take pride in doing quality work and being part of a team. As a Shipping & Warehouse Specialist , you'll help ensure our customers receive the right products on time by accurately preparing shipments, maintaining inventory, and safely moving materials throughout our manufacturing facility. Whether you have previous warehouse or shipping experience or you're ready to learn a new trade - we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed. What You'll Do Every day is a little different, but your responsibilities will include: Pick, pack, label, and prepare customer orders for shipment Read and follow customer-specific shipping instructions Process shipments accurately using shipping software and RF barcode scanners Verify products, quantities, and shipping documentation before orders leave the facility Pull and count inventory accurately from warehouse locations Load, unload, and transport materials using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, dollies, and other material handling equipment Maintain accurate inventory and shipping records Identify and communicate inventory discrepancies or shipping issues Work closely with production and customer service teams to keep orders moving on schedule Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shipping area Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards What We're Looking For We hire people who are dependable, motivated, and ready to contribute to a positive team environment. Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred Shipping, warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution experience is helpful but not required Forklift certification a plus; training is available for qualified candidates Basic computer skills Ability to read work instructions and shipping documents Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Good communication and teamwork Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic Commitment to workplace safety Physical Requirements This is an active, hands-on position that requires standing, walking, lifting materials up to 40 pounds, and safely operating warehouse equipment throughout the workday. You'll work in a clean, well-organized manufacturing facility where personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas and temperatures may vary seasonally. Benefits We believe in taking care of our employees with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a workplace where people enjoy coming to work. Our benefits include: Competitive starting compensation Performance incentives Health insurance Dental and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan Company-paid life insurance Paid holidays Paid time off beginning at hire Employee appreciation events Free coffee bar Micro-markets in our breakrooms Clean, safe, and organized facility On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement About Gerald Industries Gerald Industries, a DEMA Company, is a family-owned manufacturer with a reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term stability. From our facility in Gerald, Missouri, we manufacture components used in commercial laundry, warewashing, beverage dispensing, HVAC, refrigeration, agriculture, and other industries, serving customers across the United States and around the world. Our culture is built on four core values: Honesty. Hard Work. Respect. Teamwork. We're proud to offer a workplace where employees know one another, support one another, and take pride in producing quality products together. Many of our employees have built long-term careers here because they value our stable work environment, supportive culture, and commitment to doing the right thing. Want a closer look at life at Gerald Industries? Follow us on Facebook to see employee appreciation events, community involvement, workplace celebrations, and the people who make Gerald Industries a great place to work. Ready to Join Our Team? If you're looking for more than just another warehouse job - if you want a stable career with a company that values its employees - we'd love to hear from you. Questions? Contact Donna at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . Gerald Industries 701 West Industrial Drive Gerald, MO 63037 Gerald Industries, A DEMA Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gerald Industries LLC