JOB TITLE: Shipper
DEPARTMENT: Operations Support
REPORTS TO: Shipping Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: Hourly Non-Exempt
COMPANY OVERVIEW: LogistiQ is a dynamic and rapidly growing conveyor system integrator dedicated to providing turn-key innovative solutions to the retail, e-commerce & distribution markets. In our 750,000 sq. ft. facility located in Port Clinton, Ohio, you will find a team of innovators dedicated to building solutions that solve our customers’ evolving needs. At LogistiQ, our core values of integrity, innovation, accountability, and collaboration are the cornerstones of our success. Integrity is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring honesty and transparency in our actions. Innovation drives us to constantly seek creative solutions and push the boundaries of what's possible. Accountability means we take responsibility for our work and uphold the highest standards. Collaboration fuels our collective strength, bringing together diverse perspectives to achieve common goals. By embracing these values, we foster a culture that not only delivers exceptional results but also makes LogistiQ a great place to work.
JOB SUMMARY: The Shipper is responsible for preparing, packaging, organizing, and dispatching outgoing shipments from the manufacturing facility. This includes building secure pallets, loading trucks, verifying shipment accuracy, and ensuring products are shipped in a timely and organized manner. The role plays a critical part in maintaining efficient logistics and customer satisfaction.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
- Collaborate with production and warehouse teams to verify that all items are ready and meet quality standards before shipping.
- Pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment based on customer and production specifications.
- Build and wrap pallets according to load configuration standards to ensure stability and safety during transit.
- Use hand tools, power tools, saws, and nail guns to construct custom pallets, skids, or crates for oversized or sensitive items.
- Prepare and package products for shipment according to order specifications and customer requirements.
- Load and unload trucks using forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling equipment, ensuring safe and damage-free handling.
- Organize and stage shipments in the correct order based on delivery schedules, destinations, and carrier pick-up times.
- Verify outgoing shipments by checking contents against bills of lading, packing slips, or other documentation.
- Label, weigh, and document all outgoing materials using shipping software and systems.
- Schedule and coordinate pickups with freight carriers and delivery services.
- Maintain accurate shipping records and update tracking systems as needed.
- Inspect outgoing shipments for accuracy, damage, and completeness.
- Work with production, inventory, and quality control teams to ensure accurate order fulfillment.
- Ensure shipping and loading areas remain clean, organized, and safe.
- Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
TRAVEL DEMANDS:
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Familiarity with shipping procedures, freight classifications, and documentation.
- Familiarity with LTL, FTL, and parcel shipping (UPS, FedEx, etc.).
- Experience using shipping software and ERP systems.
- Basic computer knowledge, including printing documents.
- Strong basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
- Ability to convert decimals to fractions and read a tape measure to 1/16”.
- Basic reading and writing proficiency.
- Operate forklifts and pallet jacks safely.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills including prioritizing duties.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Requires use of PPE such as safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes.
- Successful completion of 90-day probationary period.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous experience in shipping/receiving within a manufacturing environment preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Some functions include: prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; talking on phone; climbing up and down stairs; walking shop floor; standing, stooping, bending, reaching, crawling, and occasionally lifting 50 lbs. or more.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: This role primarily operates within a manufacturing facility, with exposure to production floor activities and office environments.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT: LogistiQ firmly believes in equal employment opportunity for all and the importance of each employee as an individual. It is the policy of LogistiQ that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status. It is the policy of LogistiQ that we will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, political ideology, ancestry, the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disabilities, or other legally protected status, and we will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. A strong commitment from each employee is necessary to ensure equal employment opportunity for all.
NOTE: This Job Description may be modified due to business necessity.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
