First-Shift Shipping Lead: Team Leader & On-Time Ops

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Holiday pay

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Vacation pay

Life Insurance

Prescription Drug Reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals of Columbia is seeking a reliable Shipping Coordinator Shift Lead to oversee first-shift shipping operations and support the warehouse team. You will coordinate daily shipments, verify accuracy, and help maintain a safe, organized work environment.

The ideal candidate has shipping or logistics experience, plus leadership or supervision skills. Forklift experience is preferred, and you will promote teamwork and timely delivery of orders.

Qualifications

• Prior shipping, warehouse, or logistics experience preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support shipping team members during 1st shift operations.
• Coordinate and verify outgoing shipments for accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and staging products.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment as needed.
• Monitor workflow, prioritize tasks, and help meet shipping deadlines.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and proper shipping documentation.
• Promote safety, teamwork, and productivity throughout the shift.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Express Employment Professionals of Columbia is seeking a reliable Shipping Coordinator Shift Lead to oversee first-shift shipping operations and support the warehouse team. You will coordinate daily shipments, verify accuracy, and help maintain a safe, organized work environment.

The ideal candidate has shipping or logistics experience, plus leadership or supervision skills. Forklift experience is preferred, and you will promote teamwork and timely delivery of orders.