Shipping Associate

PeopleReady; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Steady schedule

Great benefit package options

JobStack app access

Job summary

PeopleReady in South Bend, IN is hiring a Shipping Associate to manage dock activities, dispatch orders, and verify picking accuracy. You will use a forklift, operate on the shipping dock safely, and maintain records for billing and customer service.

Expect a 1st and 2nd shift with competitive pay and a steady schedule. This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and adherence to safety policies while serving customers and team members in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of truck freight rates and safety policies.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage shipping dock activities for safe, efficient freight loading.
• Dispatch orders and assign to warehouse team.
• Verify accuracy of orders picked by the team.
• Enter addresses, quantities, and weights to complete shipping paperwork.
• Ensure correct shipping methods for customer orders.
• Maintain shipment database and provide billing info to CS and finance.
• Notify supervisor of major discrepancies or substitutions.
• Prepare bills of lading for shipments.
• Use hand truck or equipment to move materials on the dock.
• Operate forklift to load trucks or railcars.
• Keep shipment records and file packing slips.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Time management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Safety policies

Lift 50 lbs

Background check

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Shipping Associate

PeopleReady of Elkhart, IN is now hiring Shipping Associates in South Bend, IN!

As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:

• Connections and experience with some of the top companies in your area

• Great benefit package options

• Get matched to jobs quickly.

• Competitive pay and steady schedule

• The ability to see your schedule and track your hours right from our easy-to-use app, JobStack!

Pay Rate:

The pay rate for this job is $15 - $15 / hour*

What You'll Do as a Shipping/Receiving Clerk:

• Oversee and manage activities at the shipping dock to ensure safe and efficient freight loading

• Dispatch incoming orders and assign them to the warehouse team

• Verify the accuracy of orders picked by the warehouse team

• Enter data such as addresses, quantities, and weights to complete shipping paperwork

• Ensure the correct shipping methods are used for customer orders

• Maintain a shipment database to keep orders updated and provide billing information to customer service and finance teams

• Notify the supervisor of any major discrepancies, over-shipments, or substitutions

• Prepare bills of lading for shipments

• Use a hand truck or other equipment to transport materials on the shipping dock as needed

• Operate a forklift to load trucks or railroad cars

• Ensure product handling and delivery meet customer expectations

• Keep accurate shipment records and file packing slips according to company procedures

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Available Shifts:

Shift timings- 1st Shift (Day), 2nd Shift (Evening)

Job Requirements:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment with PeopleReady

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

• Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Basic understanding of truck freight rates

• Solid knowledge of safety policies and best practices

• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly

• Background check required

Ready to take control of your work life?

Please contact our Elkhart, IN branch for more information

Branch #: 2432

Address: 2707 Toledo Rd, Suite B, Elkhart,IN, 46516

Email Address: [e-mail]

*Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated.

Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short-term disability. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates .

PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

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