Shipping Technician

Arauco; Grayling (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health plans

Paid maternity and paternity leave

Retirement planning options

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Arauco is hiring a Shipping Technician in Grayling, MI. The role requires a minimum of 1 year forklift experience and communication skills. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, loading trucks, and maintaining a clean work environment. Arauco offers competitive wages, health plans, retirement options, and opportunities for development. Join a team committed to safety and environmental stewardship. Arauco fosters an inclusive culture and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of forklift experience required within the past 5 years.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and through email.
• Strong computer skills preferred; working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Put safety first by following all safety policies and procedures.
• Support Arauco’s commitment to environmental stewardship.
• Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

Skills

Forklift experience

Effective communication

Strong computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Date Posted: May 6, 2026

Location: Grayling, MI, US, 49738

Join our Grayling team as a Shipping Technician.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of 1 year of forklift experience required (within the past 5 years)
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and through e‑mail
• High school diploma or GED required
• Strong computer skills preferred; working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel is an asset
• Willingness and ability to work a rotating shift (days, afternoons, and nights) as needed

What we offer:

• Competitive wages based on experience, plus a profit share/gain share program
• Health plans with options that meet your needs, including a wellness program, gym reimbursement, and additional benefits such as pet insurance, legal insurance, employer-paid and voluntary life insurance, and more
• Paid maternity and paternity leave, a competitive vacation package, and company and floating holidays designed to support your work-life balance
• Retirement planning options, including generous employer contributions
• Opportunities to learn and develop, including a tuition reimbursement program

In this role, you would:

• Put safety first by watching out for your own safety and the safety of others, wearing required PPE, and following all safety policies and procedures
• Support Arauco’s commitment to environmental stewardship across all operations
• Work toward becoming a capable team member who can effectively manage routine operational tasks
• Complete required paperwork and electronic entries accurately
• Actively participate in problem‑solving discussions and contribute to process improvement
• Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Load all types of trucks, railcars, boxcars, and preloads according to order specifications
• Inspect every load to ensure quality standards are met
• Assist with checking in trucks and communicating loading procedures
• Help answer shipping phone calls and support callers as needed
• Keep the loading area and truck warehouse clean and organized
• Maintain and clean the forklift, ensuring inspections are completed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment
• Execute FIFO (First-In, First-Out) stock rotation to ensure proper inventory flow
• Manage warehousing, storage, and consolidation of materials
• Collaborate with cross-functional team to determine optimal storage location for specific SKUs
• Diagram boxcars, inspect for damage, and maintain the railroad logbook
• Actively participate in daily problem‑solving meetings and contribute positively to continuous improvement
• Communicate effectively both verbally and through e‑mail
• Understand proper load weights for trucks and ensure correct load placement
• Identify quality issues and respond appropriately
• Maintain a valid forklift certification

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move freely throughout the facility, including climbing stairs and ladders, and navigating around equipment and machinery.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and crouch as necessary to inspect and maintain equipment.
• Capability to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform physical tasks that involve lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying heavy objects.
• Endurance to stand and walk for extended periods, often in environments with dust, chemicals, high noise levels and varying temperatures.

Arauco is committed to creating an inclusive culture across the organization. Arauco is an equal opportunity employer to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Additionally, we demonstrate that commitment by preventing and removing barriers for persons with disabilities. Where it is not possible to remove barriers, Arauco will make efforts to accommodate persons with disabilities in a timely, effective and suitable manner. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.