Loader / Unloader

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package

Direct deposit/pay card

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a dependable Loader / Unloader (1st Shift) for a fast-paced distribution facility in St. Peters, MO. You will load and unload inbound/outbound shipments, stage products, organize inventory, and keep freight moving safely across the floor.

The role requires working 1st shift daytime hours with potential overtime. You will operate pallet jacks or forklifts if trained, participate in safety procedures, and collaborate with teammates to meet daily targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in loading/unloading preferred.
• Willingness to complete pre-employment screenings.
• Reliable transportation to St. Peters, MO.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments from trailers and containers according to schedule.
• Move products and staging materials using pallet jacks, carts, or forklifts (if trained).
• Organize, stack, and stage incoming freight and outgoing orders.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily shift output and dock productivity goals.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safety-compliant dock areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reliability

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Loader / Unloader (1st Shift) | Up to $17.50/hr

Location: St. Peters, MO

Job Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire | Immediate Start

Shift: 1st Shift | Daytime Hours

Pay Rate: Up to $17.50 / Hour | Weekly Pay

Industry: Logistics, Material Handling, Warehousing, Freight Processing

About the Role

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a dependable Loader / Unloader (1st Shift) for a fast-paced distribution facility in St. Peters, MO.

In this active dock role, you will load and unload inbound/outbound shipments, stage products, organize inventory, and keep freight moving safely across the floor.

What You Get

• Competitive Pay: Earn up to $17.50 / hour depending on experience.
• Predictable Schedule: Steady 1st Shift daytime hours with overtime potential.
• Weekly Pay: Dependable Friday paychecks via direct deposit or pay card options.
• Full Benefits Package: Access to optional medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Zero Candidate Fees: Express never charges job seekers a fee to find a job.

What You Will Do

• Loading & Unloading: Safely load and unload shipments from trailers and containers according to schedule.
• Material Movement: Move products and staging materials across the floor using pallet jacks, carts, or forklifts (if trained/certified).
• Product Staging: Organize, stack, and stage incoming freight and outgoing orders in designated bays.
• Team Operations: Collaborate closely with team members to meet daily shift output and dock productivity goals.
• Workstation Upkeep: Maintain clean, organized, and safety-compliant dock areas following facility guidelines.

What You Need

• Experience Level: Prior experience in loading, unloading, freight handling, or material movement preferred.
• Pace & Work Ethic: Willingness to work in a fast-paced environment and execute repetitive loading tasks efficiently.
• Team Focus: Strong communication skills and a positive attitude for working in a team environment.
• Reliability: Excellent attendance, daily punctuality, and reliable transportation to St. Peters, MO.
• Screening: Willingness to complete standard pre-employment background checks and screenings.

Express Employment Professionals is an Equal Opportunity Employer.