Logistics Operator

QPS Employment Group; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Logistics Operator to support day-to-day warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory, and material-handling activities for a company in Oak Creek, WI. This is a potential to hire opportunity for 1st shift.

Hours: 7:00am-4:00pm. Location: Oak Creek, WI on-site. Prior forklift and warehouse experience required, along with accurate documentation and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in warehouse operations, shipping and receiving.
• Hands-on forklift operation and material-handling equipment.
• Accurate loading, unloading, staging, and documentation.
• Experience with barcodes, WMS, ERP systems, and basic computer tools.
• Strong attention to accuracy and safety in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming materials and freight; unload trucks and verify against documentation.
• Prepare outbound shipments by picking, packaging, wrapping, labeling, and staging.
• Prepare and maintain shipping/receiving documentation including BOLs and packing slips.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and perform routine safety checks.
• Move and stage materials to support efficient daily operations and inventory accuracy.
• Perform inventory transactions using scanners and warehouse systems; support stock counts.
• Coordinate with carriers, internal teams, vendors, and customers about shipment readiness.
• Identify shortages, discrepancies, or process issues and assist timely corrective action.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas per standards and procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Shipping & receiving

Inventory management

Material handling

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

WMS

JD Edwards

Barcode scanners

Microsoft Office

Job description

Logistics Operator

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Logistics Operator to support day-to-day warehouse, shipping, receiving, inventory, and material-handling activities for a company in Oak Creek, WI. This is a potential to hire opportunity for 1st shift.

Wage

$23.00-$25.00/hour

Shift

1st

Hours

7:00am-4:00pm

Logistics Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Receive incoming materials and freight: unload trucks, verify shipments against documentation, inspect for visible damage or discrepancies, and route or stage material to the correct location
• Prepare outbound shipments by picking, packaging, wrapping, palletizing, labeling, securing, and staging finished goods or materials according to shipping requirements
• Prepare, verify, and maintain accurate shipping and receiving documentation, including Bills of Lading (BOLs), labels, packing information, and shipment records
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely; complete routine pre-use checks and report equipment issues promptly
• Move and stage materials throughout warehouse, dock, and production areas to support efficient daily operations and material availability
• Perform inventory and warehouse system transactions using scanners or computer systems; support accurate stock records, material identification, and inventory counts
• Coordinate with carriers, internal teams, vendors, and customers as needed regarding shipment readiness, pickup and delivery requirements, and exceptions
• Identify and report shortages, damaged product, labeling issues, shipping discrepancies, or process problems and support timely corrective action
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with company standards and applicable safety procedures
• Follow standard work, work instructions, quality requirements, and established procedures; support updates or training when processes change

Logistics Operator Requirements:

• Prior experience in warehouse operations, shipping and receiving, logistics, distribution, manufacturing, or a related material-handling environment
• Hands-on experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, or other powered material-handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Ability to load, unload, move, organize, and stage materials or freight while protecting product condition and supporting efficient material flow
• Working knowledge of shipping and receiving documentation such as Bills of Lading (BOLs), packing slips, shipping labels, and related records
• Experience using barcode scanners, warehouse or inventory systems, and basic computer tools to record and track material movement
• Strong attention to accuracy when verifying quantities, labels, product condition, shipment information, and inventory records
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations in a warehouse or production environment
• Dependable teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to respond to changing daily priorities in a fast-paced operation
• Experience with a Warehouse Management System (WMS) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for inventory, shipping, or receiving transactions; experience with Oracle JD Edwards is a plus
• Experience palletizing, wrapping, packaging, labeling, and securing products for shipment
• Familiarity with equipment inspections, and organized warehouse standards
• Basic Microsoft Office skills and experience communicating with carriers, vendors, customers, or internal production teams
• On-site warehouse and/or manufacturing environment with regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and material handling throughout the shift
• Ability to safely handle materials manually and with appropriate lifting or powered equipment, following all required personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety practices
• Ability to work around moving equipment, loading docks, warehouse traffic, and production activity while maintaining strong safety awareness

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