Shipping Associate
Location: Locust Grove, GA
Job Type: Contract To Hire
Company: Openwork
Salary: 0
Category: Skilled Trades
Job Description Apply Now
Are you seeking a hands-on role in a dynamic furniture manufacturing environment? We are hiring for a Shipping Associate to join our dedicated team in Locust Grove, GA. As a Shipping Associate, you will play a critical role in ensuring that high-quality restaurant booths and commercial seating reach customers safely and efficiently. This full-time opportunity allows you to develop your skills in warehousing and logistics while being part of a company known for its stability and growth within the manufacturing industry.
As a Shipping Associate, your main responsibilities will include preparing, moving, inspecting, and loading finished furniture products for shipment. You will work in a fast-paced production setting that values safety, teamwork, and attention to detail. Our ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, and comfortable with the physical demands of shipping and receiving within a manufacturing warehouse. Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment is essential, as is a commitment to maintaining a safe and organized workspace.
Located in Locust Grove, GA, our facility is a hub of activity where team members collaborate to ensure timely and accurate deliveries to our customers. Working here offers the advantage of being part of a reputable company, with opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you value a positive and supportive workplace and are interested in a role that keeps you moving and engaged, this Shipping Associate position could be your next career step.
Shipping Associate - Summary- Responsible for preparing, moving, and loading finished furniture for shipment in a production environment.
- Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to transport products safely.
- Works closely with manufacturing teams to ensure shipping schedules and quality standards are met.
- Maintains an organized and clean warehouse space, adhering to all safety protocols.
- Full-time position based in Locust Grove, GA.
- Load and unload finished furniture and materials for shipment, ensuring products are handled with care to prevent damage.
- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and dollies for efficient movement of goods within the warehouse.
- Organize, stage, and move products to designated areas to streamline shipping processes.
- Inspect shipments for accuracy and quality, ensuring all items meet established standards before dispatch.
- Utilize hand and air-powered tools as necessary to prepare furniture for shipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment by adhering to company safety procedures and wearing required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses.
- Competitive hourly compensation.
- Opportunities for career advancement within the manufacturing and logistics sectors.
- Stable, long-term employment with a reputable company.
- Supportive team environment focused on safety and employee well-being.
- Previous experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is required.
- Ability to stand and/or walk for 8+ hours per shift.
- Capable of lifting up to 85 lbs. independently; team lifting required for heavier items.
- Ability to push and pull loaded hand trucks, dollies, and pallet jacks as needed.
- Good hand-eye coordination and comfort performing repetitive upper-body movements.
- Experience using electric and pneumatic hand tools weighing up to 20 lbs.
- Physically able to bend, stoop, twist, and perform manual labor throughout the shift.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to wood dust and varying temperatures, as the facility is not centrally heated or cooled.
- Safety glasses are mandatory on the production floor.
- Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
- Safety-minded and attentive to detail when handling products and equipment.
- Adaptable to a fast-paced production schedule and changing priorities.
- Collaborative team player who communicates effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
- Physically fit and comfortable with the demands of a warehouse environment.
- Openwork is a talent-first staffing company with a legacy of over 50 years in the industry.
- We are committed to helping individuals find fulfilling careers and supporting our clients in building exceptional teams.
- Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
- If you are motivated to join a reputable manufacturing team in Locust Grove, GA, and start or grow your career as a Shipping Associate, click the job application button to submit your application today!
- For more information about Openwork and our mission, please visit www.openwork.com.
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