Shipping Specialist — Day Shift, $21/hr, Forklift

Kelly Services; Minnesota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety training

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Shipping Specialist in Anoka, MN to manage outbound shipments, operate forklifts, and coordinate delivery schedules. This role focuses on accurate paperwork, ERP usage, and ensuring safety in a high-volume shipping environment.

You will handle parcel, freight, and international shipments, using UPS, FedEx, and various shipping portals. Daily tasks include pallet prep, label printing, and liaison with Receiving to maintain smooth operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of forklift and shipping experience.
• Experience processing outgoing shipments using UPS, FedEx or other shipping software.
• Intermediate PC/database skills including ERP, label printing, Word/Excel, Outlook.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 65 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to move and position to operate on/under/around machines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and ship outbound shipments (parcel, freight, international).
• Process outgoing shipments using UPS, FedEx, and other portals.
• Utilize ERP and MS Office for daily tasks.
• Prepare outbound pallets for shipment (finishing, wrapping, palletizing).
• Operate forklifts and similar equipment.
• Complete paperwork for outbound shipments accurately.
• Schedule delivery appointments and take calls for shipments.
• Load/unload delivery trucks.
• Follow DOT regulations and safety standards.
• Assist Receiving as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Shipping software

ERP systems

MS Office

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Kelly Services is seeking a Shipping Specialist in Anoka, MN to manage outbound shipments, operate forklifts, and coordinate delivery schedules. This role focuses on accurate paperwork, ERP usage, and ensuring safety in a high-volume shipping environment.

You will handle parcel, freight, and international shipments, using UPS, FedEx, and various shipping portals. Daily tasks include pallet prep, label printing, and liaison with Receiving to maintain smooth operations.