Shipping/Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

Martin Sprocket & Gear; Paragould (AR); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness programs

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Career development

Competitive pay

Job summary

Martin Sprocket & Gear in Paragould, AR is seeking a Shipping/Warehouse Associate to locate, verify, pack, and prepare machined products for shipment on a 1st shift. You will operate equipment and maintain safe, organized work areas.

The role requires basic math, clear English communication, and dependable attendance. You will join a team focused on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork in a non-climate-controlled warehouse.

Qualifications

• Basic math proficiency and ability to read and understand English instructions.
• Clear communication and ability to complete simple logs and reports.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate in a warehouse environment.
• Dependable attendance and adherence to shift schedules.

Responsibilities

• Locate and select products from warehouse shelves following labeling guidelines.
• Verify picked and packed items against orders for accuracy.
• Pack and prepare machined products for shipment, including boxing and labeling.
• Operate powered equipment and forklifts safely per safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and assist cross‑departmentally as needed.
• Support continuous operations with reliable teamwork and communication.

Skills

Basic math

Clear communication

Reading instructions

Log keeping

Job description

Are you ready to bring your shipping/warehouse skills to a team that values precision and innovation? At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we’re dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings with excellence, and we're looking for skilled Shipping/Warehouse Associates like you!

What You’ll Do

• Product selection: Accurately locate and select products from warehouse shelves or floor locations, following labeling or stamping guidelines.
• Order verification: Verify picked and packed items against order requirements to ensure accuracy.
• Packing for shipment: Pick, pack, and prepare various machined products for shipment, including boxing, labeling, and securing items.
• Equipment operation: Operate powered narrow‑aisle pickers safely and efficiently to retrieve products from different shelf heights; operate forklift to move pallets on and off trucks.
• Safe handling: Wear all required PPE for the duration of the shift, practice safe lifting techniques, and seek assistance for items over 50 lbs.
• Cleanliness and safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and operate equipment following safety protocols.
• Cross‑departmental support: Collaborate with other departments or assist in different areas as needed to support overall operations.

What You’ll Bring

• Basic skills: Proficiency in basic math and clear communication; able to read and understand instructions in English and complete simple logs and reports.
• Physical capability: Able to lift, push, pull, and position items up to 50 lbs.
• Dependability: Reliable attendance and commitment to scheduled hours, adhering to timekeeping and other company procedures.
• Shift endurance: Comfortable standing and working in a non‑climate‑controlled environment for the entire shift.
• Warehouse familiarity: Basic understanding of warehouse functions and general mechanical knowledge (preferred but not required).
• Team‑oriented: Strong teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues.
• Detail focus: Attentive to detail, capable of determining correct shelf locations based on routing tickets.

Your Schedule

1st Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to report daily to the branch to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified candidates with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.?

Founded in 1951 by Joe Martin Sr., Martin Sprocket & Gear is a global leader in mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings. We remain family‑owned and operate with the simple philosophy: “Make a quality product, have plenty of it available, and be easy to do business with!”

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Affordable medical, pharmacy, and dental plans.
• Wellness Initiatives: Employee wellness programs for a healthy work‑life balance.
• Financial Security: Life and disability insurance, plus a robust 401(k) profit trust plan.
• Work‑life balance: Paid time off (PTO) and company‑paid holidays.
• Growth opportunities: Career development and advancement within a thriving company.
• Competitive pay & perks.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply today and become part of Martin Sprocket & Gear’s legacy of quality and excellence!

Disclaimers: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by candidates applying for this specific role. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of candidates hired.

Martin Sprocket & Gear is an EEO employer and an E‑Verify participating employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or veteran status.