Shipper I

A Meridian Adhesives Group Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

HSA/FSA plan

Retirement plan

Paid time off

11 company paid holidays

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Referral bonus

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Meridian Adhesives Group is seeking a Shipper I to ensure accurate shipment of finished goods to domestic and international customers per orders or tickets. Located in Fort Wayne, IN, the role requires readiness to verify paperwork and coordinate with drivers.

You will work in the Shipping department with responsibilities including loading/unloading, inventory handling, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to fulfill orders and maintain shipping accuracy.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work independently or in a team setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify and ensure required shipping paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Include all shipping documents with the shipment.
• Load/unload trucks and assist with deliveries.
• Coordinate with vendors and drivers professionally.
• Collaborate with shipping/receiving to fulfill orders.
• Handle, ship, receive, and store inventory assets.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

International shipping procedures

Warehousing & material handling

MS Word & Excel proficiency

Job description

Meridian Adhesives Group is a rapidly growing, full service global adhesive solutions provider, specializing in adhesive technologies used in electronics, industrial, and infrastructure applications. Fueled by a series of strategic acquisitions since its formation in 2018, Meridian has established itself as an adhesive technology leader for a broad, global, blue-chip customer base comprised of OEMs, distributors, and industrial clients with an expanding global footprint.

Job Title

Shipper I

Department

Shipping

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, theShipper is responsible for proper and accurate shipment of finished goods per customer orders and/or picking tickets to both domestic and international customers or business.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure that the material required to ship has been picked, verified, and has all required regulatory shipping paperwork.
• Ensures all shipping documentation is included with the shipment.
• Loading/unloading of trucks and deliveries.
• Engage with vendors and drivers with a positive attitude.
• Collaborate with shipping and receiving associates to fulfil customer orders.
• Responsible for and aid in performing physical and administrative tasks involved in the handling, shipping, receiving, and storage of inventory assets of the company.
• Accurate counting and verifying received material as well as material that is shipping.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Education & Experience

• Knowledge of international shipping procedures/processes preferred.
• Knowledge of warehousing and material handling procedures preferred.
• Good math skills and proficient computer knowledge (MS Word and Excel).

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of the job, the associate is regularly required to stand for an extended amount of time, walk and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Location

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Schedule

8:00AM - 5:00PM Monday through Friday

Pay

This position has a salary range of $19.00. The above range represents the expected salary range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic location

Bonus Pay

Meridian offers an incentive plan for 2026 focused on safety, quality, and financial metrics. Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn up to $1,520 a year, with earned payments distributed quarterly throughout the year.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Retirement Plan with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join US

Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability,andTeamwork - we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.

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