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Smurfit Westrock

Shipping Utility - Joplin

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What they do

A Shipping or Receiving Clerk tracks all incoming and/or outgoing shipments at a company facility and checks that shipment orders are filled correctly. Uses scanning equipment to track inventory. Works in receiving to check shipments that are primarily production materials or company supplies, or checks outgoing shipments of finished products.

$38,652 / year median in Missouri

+1% projected growth

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Job Description

The Opportunity As a Shipping/Receiving Associate, you will support the movement of materials into and out of the facility by preparing finished goods for shipment, unloading raw materials, and maintaining accurate and organized inventory flow. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient logistics, safe material handling, and compliance with all workplace policies including SQF and safety standards. How You Will Impact Smurfit WestRock
  • Prepare finished goods for shipping, including staging, labeling, and verifying documentation.
  • Load outbound trailers and unload incoming raw materials safely and efficiently.
  • Operate forklifts, roll\u2011clamp trucks, pallet jacks, and other material\u2011handling equipment.
  • Stock, organize, and rotate finished goods within the warehouse.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Ensure accuracy and attention to detail when handling inventory, paperwork, and shipments.
  • Follow all safety and compliance guidelines, including SQF and required PPE.
  • Perform additional duties as needed to support shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations. Qualifications
  • Ability to operate material\u2011handling equipment in a warehouse environment (training provided).
  • Basic math skills and the ability to complete required documentation accurately.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively. Required Personal Protective Equipment
  • Safety glasses
  • Safety shoes
  • Earplugs
  • Cut\u2011resistant gloves
  • High\u2011visibility vest
  • Hairnet and beard net (as required) Essential Skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills; familiarity with Windows\u2011based software.
  • Ability to obtain required certifications:
  • Pallet Jack Certification
  • Forklift Certification
  • Roll Clamp Truck Certification What we offer:
  • Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
  • Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
  • An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
  • A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
Smurfit Westrock (
NYSE:
SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.