Job Title: Shipping Associate

Department: Shipping

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: North Port, Florida

The Shipping Associate is responsible for the preparation, inspection, and movement of finished custom cabinetry, millwork, and solid surface products. This includes loading and unloading delivery trucks, wrapping and staging products, and performing quality checks prior to shipment. The associate works closely with the logistics and installation teams to ensure products are shipped safely, accurately, and on time. Occasional field support for installation may be required.

• Safely load and unload trucks with finished cabinetry, millwork, and solid surface products.
• Inspect finished products for damage or defects before wrapping and preparing for delivery.
• Wrap, label, and stage materials in preparation for shipment according to delivery schedules.
• Assist in maintaining an organized and clean shipping and receiving area.
• Document and report any discrepancies or damages in product condition prior to shipment.
• Collaborate with the logistics team to prioritize outgoing shipments and meet delivery timelines.
• Follow proper handling procedures to avoid damage during loading or unloading.
• Use forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Provide field support on installation sites as needed, including basic installation of custom millwork or solid surface components.
• Comply with all safety standards, policies, and federal/state regulations including OSHA requirements.

• Education:
  • High school diploma or GED required.

• Experience:
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in shipping, warehouse, or logistics operations, preferably in a manufacturing or construction setting.
  • Experience in a woodshop, cabinet shop, or construction material handling role.
  • Basic installation experience with cabinetry or millwork.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
• Skills:
  • Basic knowledge of cabinetry, millwork, or solid surface materials preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail when inspecting products for quality assurance.
  • Ability to lift 75 lbs. and perform repetitive physical tasks.
  • Comfortable working in a warehouse and outdoor environment.
  • Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification required.
  • Valid driver’s license preferred.
  • Team player with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Work is performed in a warehouse and occasionally on job sites. Must be able to work in varying temperatures, handle physical labor, and safely operate forklifts or other material handling equipment. PPE must be worn as required by company policy.

This position complies with all applicable federal, state, and local labor laws. [Company Name] is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Adams group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free workplace, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties may change at any time based on business needs. Employment with Adams Group is at-will, meaning either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

Adams Group reserves the right to modify the job description, requirements, or compensation at any time and without notice. This job posting does not constitute a contract or guarantee of employment.

Required education and experience:
• High School Degree or GED
• Strong ability to be self-motivated to insure all work is completed quickly and timely
• Ability to identify and use basic hand tools
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Math skills such as adding and subtracting
• High attention to detail
• Clean and neat appearance
• Knowledge of packing finished products in a safe, efficient manner, minimizing potential damage to the products
• Ability to read and utilize checklists
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, floor plans, and shop drawings.
• Positive attitude toward personnel, department and company goals
• Demonstrates respect for fellow team members and customers
• Takes responsibility for getting the work done
• Be able to lift 75lbs on a regular basis
• Strong computer proficiency

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship on the company may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as long as that would not hinder or prevent performance of duties or be of a safety concern.

Essential Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle, grasp, or feel objects or controls, talk and hear, reach, bend, and stoop.
• Ability to lift over 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Essential Mental Requirements:
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and employees.
• Ability to work under stress, with interruptions and deadlines.
• Ability to direct, prioritize, and organize work of self.

Essential Mental Requirements (Cont.):
• Ability to process verbal information and input this information into computer system.
• Ability to follow complex instructions.
• Ability to master basic skills.
• Ability to think logically in following procedures and instructions.

Essential Technical/Motor Skills:
• Ability to enter and retrieve data from computer.
• Ability to operate modern office business machinery.
• Ability to operate phone system.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle for minimum travel.

Essential Sensory Requirements:
• Ability to converse in calm and friendly manner.
• Ability to communicate on the phone.

Working Conditions:
• This job operates in a professional office environment. This routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones and copy machines.
• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.