Shipping Lead

IQ Resource Group, Inc.; Appleton; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ Resource Group is seeking a Shipping Lead for a hands-on role in Neenah, WI. The role offers $19–$23/hour based on experience and a stable, long-term opportunity with a 4-day workweek. This is a hands-on position with growth potential within a close-knit team.

You will coordinate with the Assembly Manager, Leads, Project Management and Shipping/Receiving to prepare shipments, assist with assembly projects, and perform wood-skid building and rigging as required.

Qualifications

• Strong carpentry and woodworking skills with safe tool use.
• Ability to assemble, disassemble machinery and equipment.
• Forklift operation experience and willingness to be trained.
• Solid math skills and attention to detail.
• Independent work style with strong teamwork.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify appropriate breakdown points when preparing equipment for teardown and shipment.
• Evaluate equipment weight and balance to determine safe rigging methods.
• Rig and move equipment safely using overhead cranes, forklifts, and boom trucks.
• Build custom wood skids and crates based on equipment size and shipping requirements.
• Secure equipment properly to skids or inside crates to prevent movement or damage during transit.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of lumber, hardware, tools, and other shipping supplies.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and equipment.
• Assist the Shipping and Receiving Clerk with unloading paint carts, identifying incoming parts, and distributing materials to the appropriate job carts or team members.
• Support the Assembly Manager and Assembly Leads with various assembly and hands‑on projects as needed.

Skills

Carpentry

Woodworking

Power tools

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

Math skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Job description

IQ Resource Group is hiring a Shipping Lead for a small, family-owned company in Neenah, WI, offering $19–$23/hour based on experience. This is a stable, long-term opportunity with a steady workload, hands-on custom projects, and a 4-day workweek. If you’re looking for a company where you can grow, take on more responsibility, and be part of a close-knit team, this could be a great fit.

Position: Shipping Lead

Wage: $19 - $23

Location: Neenah, WI

Hours:

6am- 4:30pm Monday—Friday (Overtime: Would be on Friday’s, typically 4, 6-or 8-hour shifts as needed. Will likely be on OT for the next 4 to 8 weeks)

Position Overview:

The Shipping Lead will work closely with the Assembly Manager, Assembly Leads, Project Management, and Shipping/Receiving to ensure finished products are properly prepared and coordinated for shipment. When shipping activity is slower, this position will assist the assembly team with various projects and tasks as needed to keep operations running efficiently. This may include assisting with internal construction or other hands‑on projects throughout the facility.

Responsibilities:

• Identify appropriate breakdown points when preparing equipment for teardown and shipment.
• Evaluate equipment weight and balance to determine safe rigging methods.
• Rig and move equipment safely using overhead cranes, forklifts, and boom trucks.
• Build custom wood skids and crates based on equipment size and shipping requirements.
• Secure equipment properly to skids or inside crates to prevent movement or damage during transit.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of lumber, hardware, tools, and other shipping supplies.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials and equipment.
• Assist the Shipping and Receiving Clerk with unloading paint carts, identifying incoming parts, and distributing materials to the appropriate job carts or team members.
• Support the Assembly Manager and Assembly Leads with various assembly and hands‑on projects as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Strong carpentry and woodworking skills with the ability to safely use saws, nail guns, screw guns, impact drivers, and other power tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to assemble, disassemble, and work on machinery using a variety of hand tools.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift; company-provided training and certification will be available.
• Solid math skills with the ability to learn and retain job-specific information.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
• Customer-focused, dependable, and motivated with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well with others as part of a team.
• Willingness to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, with overtime as needed.