Shipper And Receiver

Shipper and Receiver / Shipping Specialist

This role focuses on accurately preparing, packaging, and shipping final products while maintaining precise documentation and inventory records. You will process shipments in the ERP system, create packing slips and bills of lading, and ensure that all outgoing shipments are correctly labeled, securely packaged, and picked up by the appropriate carriers. Success in this position relies on careful verification of products and quantities, efficient packaging practices, and safe operation of material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Verify and sign off on packed items using order numbers, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities to ensure accuracy before shipment.
• Safely package smaller boxed items to maximize product protection while minimizing packaging material waste.
• Securely pack, brace, and protect boxed and unboxed items on pallets or in crates for outgoing shipments.
• Modify or construct custom pallets or crates as needed using raw wood materials to fit and protect products.
• Process shipments in the ERP system and generate accurate packing slips and bills of lading for carriers.
• Ensure all shipments are correctly labeled, scheduled, and picked up by the appropriate carrier.
• Use best practices in packaging to protect products from damage during transit and achieve high safe-delivery rates.
• Complete shipping transactions accurately and completely to maintain precise inventory records.
• Handle general warehouse activities such as loading, unloading, order picking, and staging shipments as required.
• Operate material handling equipment, including sit-down forklifts and overhead cranes, in a safe and efficient manner.
• Use power tools such as circular saws, panel saws, table saws, and impact drills when building or modifying pallets and crates.
• Maintain organized shipping and receiving areas, ensuring all paperwork is properly completed, filed, and accessible.

Essential Skills

• 12 years of warehouse or shipping experience.
• Experience with shipping and receiving processes, including loading, unloading, picking, and staging orders.
• Ability to verify orders accurately using order numbers, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities.
• Experience with packing, packaging, and protecting products for shipment.
• Basic proficiency with ERP or electronic shipping systems to process shipments and print packing slips and bills of lading.
• Forklift experience, preferably with sit-down forklifts.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment such as overhead cranes and dock levelers after training.
• Ability to safely use power tools, including circular saws, panel saws, table saws, and impact drills.
• Capability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical tasks associated with shipping and receiving.
• Attention to detail to prevent shipping errors and maintain accurate inventory records.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Some carpentry experience, particularly in building or modifying pallets and crates from raw wood materials.
• Experience with inventory control and record keeping in a warehouse environment.
• Experience in general labor, order picking, and production support.
• Comfort working with packaging optimization to reduce waste while maintaining product protection.
• Willingness to learn and follow best practices for safe equipment operation and product handling.

Why Work Here?

You will join a family-owned organization that values stability, teamwork, and a supportive work culture. The schedule offers consistent daytime hours from Monday to Friday, with minimal overtime while on contract, supporting a healthy work-life balance. You will work in a brand-new facility designed for comfort and efficiency, alongside a small, close-knit team where your contributions are visible and appreciated.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand-new, climate-controlled facility with a shop team of approximately 15 people, creating a close-knit and collaborative environment. You will work standard hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with minimal overtime expected while on contract. The shop uses an ERP system for processing shipments and relies on equipment such as overhead cranes, dock levelers, sit-down forklifts, and common power tools including circular saws, panel saws, table saws, and impact drills. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and efficient material handling, with appropriate personal protective equipment provided for equipment operation and general shop activities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wentzville, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wentzville, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.