Transportation Coordinator - 1st Shift

Job#: 3045396

Job Description:

Shipping Associate / Material Handler

Location: Onsite

Shift: First Shift, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Pay Rate: $17.00-$18.00/hour

Education: High School Diploma or GED Required

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Shipping Associate / Material Handler to support shipping operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual will be responsible for preparing finished products for shipment, operating material handling equipment, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring customer orders are shipped safely and on schedule.

The ideal candidate has experience working in a warehouse, shipping, manufacturing, or distribution environment and is comfortable operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Load finished goods onto flatbed trucks using overhead cranes, hoists, and ground support equipment.
• Safely operate a forklift to transport materials and finished products throughout the facility and yard.
• Package, seal, and tarp products to ensure safe transportation and protection from environmental conditions.
• Verify shipment accuracy using pick lists, yard reports, and shipping documentation.
• Scan finished goods using RF scanners and tablets to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Ensure shipments are completed on time to support customer delivery schedules and minimize carrier detention costs.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of shipping areas in accordance with 5S standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Cross-train in multiple shipping functions to provide operational flexibility.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies while handling equipment and materials.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and other departments to ensure smooth operations.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum 6 months of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, shipping, or logistics environment

• Ability to obtain or maintain Powered Industrial Vehicle (PIV) certification

• Willingness to learn or demonstrated experience operating:

• Forklifts

• Overhead cranes

• Hoists

• Material handling equipment

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as business needs require

• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials in an industrial environment

• Basic computer skills and experience using handheld scanners or mobile devices

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience operating overhead cranes or hoists
• Previous shipping, receiving, warehouse, or manufacturing experience
• Experience using RF scanners and inventory management systems
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to accurately read and interpret shipping paperwork and procedural documents
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and outdoor stock yard environment
• Frequent operation of forklifts and material handling equipment
• Exposure to varying weather conditions when working in outdoor yard areas
• Standing, walking, lifting, and moving throughout the shift
• Mandatory overtime and weekend work may be required during peak production periods

Benefits of the Role

• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities for overtime
• Stable first-shift schedule
• Hands-on manufacturing and logistics experience
• Cross-training and career growth opportunities

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a dependable team player who values safety, works efficiently in a hands-on environment, and takes pride in ensuring products are shipped accurately and on time. Experience with forklifts, shipping operations, inventory control, and material handling equipment is highly desirable.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

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Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Charlotte, NC, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

September 3, 2026

Pay Range:

$17 - $18 per hour

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