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Shipping & Fulfillment Specialist (Temp-to-Hire) | Davenport, IA
Employee-Owned | No Weekends | PTO Starts Day 1
Join a premier metal tool manufacturer in Davenport that specializes in high-performance drill bits and precision components. As an employee-owned company, you aren't just shipping boxes—you’re delivering the products you own a piece of.
We are looking for a detail-oriented professional to manage our outbound logistics, ensuring our "gold standard" tools reach global customers quickly and accurately.
The Perks & Pay
- Starting Pay: $16.00 (DOE) – Paid Weekly!
- Immediate PTO: Earn starting on Day 1.
- Schedule: 1st Shift (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM) | Monday – Friday.
- Work-Life Balance: No weekends required.
The Role: Final Quality & Logistics
As a Shipping & Fulfillment Specialist, you are the final quality gatekeeper. You ensure that every precision part is verified, protected, and documented perfectly before it leaves our facility.
Your Daily Impact:
- Order Verification: Accurately pick and audit high-precision tools, matching part numbers and geometries to customer orders.
- Precision Packaging: Securely package delicate carbide and steel tools to prevent damage during transit.
- Logistics Management: Utilize shipping software (UPS, FedEx, ERP) to generate labels and coordinate domestic and international shipments.
- Inventory Accuracy: Maintain a clean and organized warehouse, assisting with stock counts.
What You Bring to the Table
- Extreme Attention to Detail: You can spot the difference between similar-looking parts and take pride in 100% accuracy.
- Reliability: A solid, consistent work history is required. We are looking for long-term team members.
- Tech Savvy: Comfortable using computers, scanning equipment, and shipping databases.
- Physical Stamina: Comfort lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally.
- Requirements: An updated resume; ability to pass a 7-year background check and drug screen.
Owner-Level Benefits (After 3-Month Conversion)
When you transition to our permanent team, you become an owner:
- ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan): Retirement wealth built through company shares.
- 401(k): Retirement savings with a generous company match.
- Comprehensive Health: Full medical, dental, and vision benefit packages.