Shipping Specialist

FAST Global Solutions is seeking a Shipping Specialist for our Glenwood location

Why FAST?

At FAST, we don’t just make equipment—we build careers, ownership, and pride. Our durable, top-quality equipment is trusted by major cargo handlers and airlines worldwide, and our team is the reason we succeed. Our core values are KNOW & SERVE OUR CUSTOMERS, BUILD TRUST, FIND A BETTER WAY and GRIT. Our purpose is to deliver winning solutions to help our customers, communities, and employees thrive.

We’re more than a workplace—we’re a company that invests in its people. From day one, you’ll enjoy competitive pay, very affordable benefits, and a real stake in the company through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employer funded contribution - 20% of your annual pay to your ESOP account, giving you ownership in the company you help build.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Be part of something that matters– your work keeps operations moving worldwide
• Competitive pay & affordable benefits from your first day
• Real ownership through our ESOP– FAST contributes 20% of your annual pay so you share in our success
• Paid holidays and PTO for work-life balance
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement and company gear allowance
• A team culture that values craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career

Job summary:   

The Shipping Specialist performs a variety of material handling functions to load, unload trailers and move materials within the plant. Capable of working with inventory control through utilization of ERP/MRP software. Familiar with and capable of using various types of lifting equipment. 

Job duties and responsibilities:

• Studies shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and shipping methods required to meet shipping and receiving schedules. 
• Oversees incoming and outgoing shipping activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments. 
• Determines space requirements and position of shipment on trucks. 
• Inspects loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications, and seals loaded truck doors as needed. 
• Inspects equipment for defects and notifies maintenance personnel. 
• Directs movement of shipments from shipping and receiving platform to storage and work areas. 
• Posts weight and shipping charges and prepares bills of lading, as needed. 
• Maintains and restocks the warehouse or parts cage while adjusting for errors. 
• Reads and interprets blueprints and machine drawings to determine specific material requirements. 
• Uses a variety of hand tools and material handling machines such as; chop saw, cutting torch, hand grinders, hand tools, belt sander, forklifts, pallet jacks, overhead hoist, hand trucks and band cutters.
• Performs cycle counts as required. 
• Utilizes scanning devices and technology to process inventory movements within the business system. 

Job Requirements

• A qualified candidate will have a high school diploma, GED, or at least 1-3 months of related experience.  
• Must be able to obtain the FAST forklift certification.
• Must have basic language and math skills and reasoning ability.  
• Must be able to stand and walk continuously and reach/bend frequently over the course of an entire shift. 
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.  
• Must have manual dexterity and be able to maintain a frequent firm grasp. 
• Must be able to operate a foot pedal for forklift and machine operation.
• Must be able to pass a physical strength test to perform the job.  
• Vision with depth perception is required.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and levels of humidity.
• Personal protective equipment will be provided by FAST and must be worn in the required areas.

Build Your Future with FAST

We don’t just offer a job—we offer a career you can be proud of, ownership in the company, and a

supportive team that values what you bring to the table. Join FAST and experience why we’re the

employer of choice. Apply today!