Shipping Clerk

Talentify; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO

Job summary

Talentify in Sterling Heights, MI, seeks a Shipping Specialist to move goods from storage to loading areas, unload deliveries, and ensure safe relocation to designated storage spaces. This manufacturing role requires forklift operation, loading on a 53' trailer, and experience with inventory checks and warehouse systems.

Expect a first shift from 6 am to 4:30 pm, with Saturday hours. Contract to hire with pay at $20.00 per hour, plus benefits including medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, and

Qualifications

• Proficiency in forklift operation with 2 years of experience.
• Ability to load equipment on a 53' flatbed trailer.
• Experience with PLEX systems.
• Experience with loading/unloading a truck using a hilo.
• Experience with inventory cycle counts.
• Experience with staging shipments.

Responsibilities

• Move goods from storage to loading areas for transport.
• Unload deliveries and relocate goods to storage areas.
• Manage material handling, stacking, sorting, storing products.
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors to optimize workflows and maintain inventory in the warehouse system.
• Assist in shipping/receiving with accurate documentation.
• Ensure forklift areas are free from spills or obstructions.
• Regularly check forklift equipment for faults or damages.
• Use plastic wraps and pallets to stack and package goods.
• Stay up to date on health and safety requirements and forklift procedures.
• Consolidate partial pallets for incoming goods.

Skills

Forklift operation

Loading on 53' trailer

HILO experience

Inventory cycle counts

Staging shipments

Tools

PLEX systems

Job description

Job Title: Shipping SpecialistJob Description

As a Shipping Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the efficient movement of goods within our facility. Your primary responsibilities will include transporting goods from storage areas to loading areas, unloading deliveries, and ensuring the safe relocation of these goods to their designated storage spaces.

Responsibilities

• Move goods from storage areas to loading areas for transport.
• Unload deliveries and safely relocate goods to designated storage areas.
• Manage materials handling tasks, including stacking, sorting, and storing products in designated areas.
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors to optimize workflows and maintain inventory accuracy within the warehouse management system.
• Assist in shipping and receiving activities, ensuring all documentation is completed accurately.
• Ensure forklift driving areas are free from spills or obstructions.
• Regularly check forklift equipment for faults or damages.
• Use industrial plastic wraps and wooden pallets to safely stack and package goods for transport.
• Stay up to date on health and safety requirements and forklift operating procedures.
• Consolidate partial pallets for incoming goods.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in forklift operation, including sit-down propane forklifts with 2 years of experience.
• Ability to load manufacturing equipment on a 53' flatbed trailer.
• Experience with PLEX systems.
• Experience loading and unloading a truck with a hilo.
• Experience with inventory cycle counts.
• Experience with staging shipments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in production, assembly, and inventory management.

Why Work Here?

Join a large family-owned company where you'll benefit from good insurance, 401k, PTO, and a hands-on management approach that values employee contributions.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing environment, working a first shift from 6 am to 4:30 pm with additional hours on Saturdays. The role requires a commitment of 50-60 hours per week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sterling Heights, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sterling Heights,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 1, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.