Loader / Unloader

Job Description

Job Description

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

About the Role

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!

What You Get

• 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.

What You Will Do

• 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.

What You Need

• 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.

Why Apply Through Express Employment Professionals?

Express connects job seekers with top logistics, manufacturing, and distribution facilities across St. Peters, O'Fallon, St. Charles, and St. Charles County. Partnering with Express gives you direct access to local hiring managers and full recruiter support throughout your employment.

How to Apply

1st shift openings in St. Peters fill fast! Apply today or send your resume directly to View email address on ziprecruiter.com to schedule your recruiter phone screening right away.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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