Job Title: Shipping Lead
Location: Akron, Ohio
Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00/hour $0.50 shift differential
Reports To: Shipping Supervisor
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced and dependable Shipping Lead to support our growing operations and help lead our shipping team. This position is critical to ensuring our daily shipping activities run smoothly, accurately, and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead day-to-day shipping operations to meet production and delivery schedules.
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Provide direction, training, and support to shipping team members.
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Ensure accurate picking, packing, labeling, and documentation of outgoing shipments.
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Coordinate with internal departments (receiving, inventory, customer service) to streamline workflows.
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Monitor shipping KPIs and support continuous improvement initiatives.
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Enforce safety and compliance standards in line with company policy.
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Assist in scheduling, assigning tasks, and ensuring team accountability.
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Act as the go-to lead in the absence of the supervisor.
Qualifications
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2 years of experience in shipping, logistics, or warehouse operations, with some leadership or supervisory experience.
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Strong understanding of shipping systems, labeling tools, and basic inventory practices.
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Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
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Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
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Comfortable using warehouse management systems (WMS) and shipping platforms (e.g., UPS, FedEx, etc.).
Why Join Us?
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Competitive pay with shift differential
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Growth potential into future leadership roles
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Collaborative and supportive team environment
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Opportunity to directly impact our operations and customer satisfaction
COM025
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.