Shipping Associate

Bimbo Bakeries USA; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision

Retirement plan

Shift: 12:00pm-8:30pm

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA is hiring a Shipping Associate in Akron, OH. You will load and unload trailers, verify route loads, and maintain shipping records while supporting accurate cycle counts and inventory controls.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long periods, and working night shifts, weekends, and holidays. Competitive pay with full benefits complements a stable, safety‑driven work environment.

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• 1–3 years of shipping experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Able to communicate effectively in English.
• Willing to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trailers accurately, verify route loads and keep records.
• Count products, maintain the shipping yard and report variances.
• Operate material handling equipment including pallet jack and forklift.
• Troubleshoot issues with packing equipment and label systems.

Skills

Shipping experience

English communication

Heavy lifting

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry® or Oroweat® bread? A Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee®, Entenmann’s® or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.

Shipping Associate Top Reasons to Apply!

• Great starting pay! $21.75/ hour.
• Shift: 12:00pm-8:30pm, Tuesday and Saturday off.
• Full benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan.

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for accurately loading and unloading trailers, verifying route load(s), trailer reports, and maintaining the shipping yard.
• Count and check products for accuracy and quality, maintain accurate records, report overages and shortages, & participate in "Cycle Counts".
• Operate material handling equipment; including pallet jack, forklift, etc.
• Troubleshoot issues with packing equipment, label machines, tapers, palletizers, etc.

What we need from you:

• At least 18 years of age or older.
• 1-3 Years of shipping experiencepreferred.
• Ability to lift, push/pull up to 50lbs, stack/unstack or carry, stand and/or stoop for prolonged periods of time.
• Comfortable in a warm working environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work Nights, Weekends & Holidays.
• The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.

Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.