Shipping Assistant

Shipping Assistant (Shipping & Receiving)
Grandview, MO

Pay: $18–$20/hour
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM (4x10s) with 30-minute unpaid lunch; occasional Friday overtime

Shipping Assistant Job Responsibilities:

• Pick, verify, and process customer orders using established procedures
• Package products to internal and customer specifications
• Build/assemble crates, skids, and protective packaging for large or fragile items
• Label and stage shipments with accurate paperwork (packing slips, shipping labels, etc.)
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers safely
• Perform quality checks prior to packaging and shipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Use hand and power tools (drills, nail guns, wrenches, etc.) for assembly/packaging
• Enter order/shipping data and complete tasks in an ERP system (training provided)
• Operate warehouse tools/equipment such as pallet jacks and tape machines
• Assist with cycle counts, inventory support, and general shop duties
• Complete other duties as assigned

Shipping Assistant Physical Requirements:

• Regularly lift, push, pull, and carry items up to 100 lbs (with or without assistance)
• Stand and perform physical tasks for 10-hour shifts
• Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, reaching, and climbing
• Comfortable with repetitive manual labor in a shop/warehouse setting
• Occasional outdoor work in varying weather (loading/unloading, moving materials)
• PPE required (safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, etc.)

Shipping Assistant Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Shipping/warehouse/general labor experience preferred
• Comfortable using basic hand and power tools (including drills)
• Basic computer skills; ability to learn and use an ERP system
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and quality
• Dependable with excellent attendance and punctuality
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude
• Forklift certification is a plus (or willingness to train)