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Shipping Dock Associate

 

Job Description:


Now hiring for a Shipping Dock Associate – Direct Hire
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Pay Rate: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour
Schedule: Day

Ship It. Track It. Stack It. Get Paid.

Looking for Shipping Dock Associate jobs in Cincinnati where accuracy and teamwork keep products moving? This opportunity lets you play a key role in receiving incoming shipments, preparing outbound orders, and helping maintain an organized, efficient warehouse operation.

The Shipping Dock Associate is responsible for loading and unloading freight, verifying shipments, organizing inventory, and maintaining accurate shipping documentation. This role plays a key part in ensuring products are received, staged, and shipped safely and efficiently.

Education Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Previous warehouse, shipping, receiving, or logistics training is beneficial.

Experience Requirements

  • Experience receiving, storing, picking, packing, or shipping products in a warehouse environment.
  • Ability to accurately complete shipping and receiving documentation.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment following company procedures.
  • Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and inventory accuracy.
  • 1 year of experience in warehouse work
Job Duties
  • Load and unload freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand dollies.
  • Verify shipments by scanning barcodes and checking product counts.
  • Inspect freight for damage and report discrepancies.
  • Complete shipping documents, including Bills of Lading and packing slips.
  • Stage and sort materials by route or destination.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized dock area.
  • Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience using warehouse management systems (WMS), barcode scanners, or inventory software is preferred.
  • Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment is beneficial.
  • Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, or order fulfillment is considered an asset.
  • Individuals who demonstrate dependability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are well positioned for success as a Shipping Dock Associate.

Physical Capabilities

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
  • Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to safely load, unload, and organize products in a warehouse environment.
  • Ability to work in varying warehouse temperatures and production conditions as required.

Benefits vary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer. Examples may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off (PTO)

Boxes don’t move themselves. Be the muscle. Apply now.

What You Will Do

As a Shipping Dock Associate you will receive incoming shipments, inspect materials, prepare outbound orders, verify inventory, organize warehouse stock, complete shipping and receiving documentation, and help maintain accurate inventory records. You will safely move products throughout the warehouse while supporting efficient shipping, receiving, and order fulfillment operations.

A Shipping Dock Associate supports warehouse efficiency by receiving incoming products, preparing outbound shipments, and maintaining organized inventory. This role requires accuracy, reliability, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment.

The Shipping Dock Associate combines organizational skills with attention to detail to help ensure products are stored correctly, orders are fulfilled accurately, and shipping schedules are met. Strong communication and teamwork support successful warehouse operations.

This profession is well suited for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and contributing to dependable logistics operations.


About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.


The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.