Shipping Assistant

Heartland Electric Co.; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation/time off

Company-paid life insurance

Company-paid short-term disability benefits

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Financial wellness coaching

Employee assistance program

Paid holidays (8)

Education assistance

Job summary

Heartland Electric Co. in Grand Island, Nebraska is looking for a Chief Fabrication to lead and manage the shipping team. The ideal candidate will assign work, monitor productivity, and prioritize shipments while maintaining accurate records. A focus on safety and training is essential, along with a high school diploma and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Benefits include paid vacation, health insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or better.
• 1-3 years of experience in industrial shipping processes.
• Operational knowledge of forklifts, overhead cranes, and material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assign work and provide guidance to shipping team members.
• Prioritize shipments based on requirements and deadlines.
• Load trucks and maintain accurate shipping records.
• Resolve discrepancies and documentation issues promptly.
• Operate material handling equipment safely.

Skills

Operational knowledge of forklifts

Industrial shipping processes

Ability to provide guidance and training

Attention to detail in shipping documentation

Teamwork and collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ERP or other shipping systems

Forklifts

Cranes

Job description

Fabrication Division
Chief Fabrication
1119 S Adams
PO Box 2078
Grand Island, NE 68802, USA

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assign work, monitor productivity, and provide guidance and training to shipping team members.
• Prioritize shipments based on customer requirements, deadlines, and production flow.
• Load trucks, vans, and containers with minimal supervision.
• Maintain accurate shipping records in ERP or other shipping systems.
• Verify correct quantities and documentation for all outgoing shipments, including photographic records.
• Resolve shipping discrepancies, shortages, and documentation issues promptly.
• Mark and label products with proper identification and destination.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with supervisors and leads to improve shipping methods and reduce load times.
• Maintain proper care and conduct minor maintenance of shipping and loading equipment.
• Assist in training coworkers on shipping techniques, quality standards, and safety protocols.
• Perform all duties in a safe and efficient manner, utilizing required safety equipment.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and report unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Complete production reports and other required documentation.

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954 to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Chief Fabrication is one of the largest mid‑west providers of custom steel fabrication and powder coating, offering services such as stamping, welding, CNC punching, and CNC forming to manufacturers throughout the Midwest.

Benefits

• Paid vacation/time off
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Company‑paid short‑term disability benefits
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Education assistance
• And more

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or better.
• 1‑3 years of experience in industrial shipping processes, including operational knowledge of forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material handling equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.