Shipping and Receiving Associate

AdeptAg; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company-paid contribution

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Voluntary life/accident/disability

Job summary

AdeptAg is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate in Oberlin, OH for a full-time, 8am–5pm, Monday–Friday schedule. You will unload, inspect, and log inbound shipments, maintain organized inventory, and prepare orders for shipment.

The role requires attention to detail, the ability to work independently under deadlines, and forklift operation. 1–2 years of shipping/receiving experience and forklift certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years shipping/receiving or warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Unload, unpack, inspect, sort, and count inbound shipments; log receipt against purchase orders accurately and on the same day.
• Ensure materials are properly located, labeled, and maintained in inventory.
• Notify purchasing promptly of any damages, shortages, or overages.
• Pull and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Package and label LTL and small-package shipments in compliance with freight carrier rules.
• Enter and track shipments using AdeptAg's shipping and inventory systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Deadline-oriented

Self-directed

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Shipping and Receiving Associate

Location: Oberlin, OH

Full-Time | 8am-5pm, Monday–Friday

About AdeptAg

AdeptAg LLC is the North American leader in controlled environment agriculture, delivering innovative automation, growing, and irrigation solutions to growers across the U.S. and Canada. Recognized as the industry leader in customer service, we are committed to technical excellence and building lasting partnerships with every grower we support. Our Shipping and Receiving team keep every part moving accurately and on time — the foundation everything else depends on.

The Role

The Shipping and Receiving Associate unloads, inspects, and logs inbound shipments, pulls and packages customer orders, and keeps warehouse inventory accurate and organized. This role requires strong attention to detail, comfort working independently under deadline pressure, and the ability to spot and resolve discrepancies before they become problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Unload, unpack, inspect, sort, and count inbound shipments; log receipt against purchase orders accurately and on the same day


• Ensure materials are properly located, labeled, and maintained in inventory


• Notify purchasing promptly of any damages, shortages, or overages


• Pull and prepare customer orders for shipment


• Package and label LTL and small-package shipments in compliance with freight carrier rules


• Enter and track shipments using AdeptAg's shipping and inventory systems


• Safely operate a forklift/tow motor to move materials

Physical Requirements

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly; frequent bending, standing, and walking throughout the shift

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED


• 1–2 years of shipping/receiving or warehouse experience preferred


• Forklift certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification within the first 30 days

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and stay organized under time pressure


• Self-directed with a 'can do' attitude; comfortable making day-to-day judgment calls


• Basic math and recordkeeping skills

Why Join AdeptAg

• Generous 401(k) with company-paid contribution


• Medical, dental, and vision coverage


• Company-paid life insurance


• Voluntary life, accident, and disability insurance options


• Stable and growing North American organization

If you're organized, reliable, and take pride in an accurate, well-run warehouse, we'd love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

AdeptAg is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.