Shipping Loader

Vinyl Kraft Acquisition LLC • New Boston, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping Loader is responsible for accurately, efficiently, and safely loading finished vinyl windows and doors onto delivery vehicles and carriers. The role helps ensure orders leave the facility in good condition and on schedule. It is physically demanding and involves regularly handling heavy products, including items weighing up to 100 pounds.

The position is based in a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse setting. Work may involve outdoor conditions near the loading dock, as well as noise, dust, and fluctuating temperatures. Required safety gear and protective measures are provided and must be used. This is a full-time, hourly role with a fluctuating schedule. Typical core hours are Monday through Friday, with variable start and end times and weekly hours depending on production, shipping volume, and seasonal demand. Flexibility for early mornings, extended shifts, occasional overtime, and possible Saturday work is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in shipping, warehousing, distribution, or manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Effective verbal and written communication with team members and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision after training.
• Commitment to Vinyl Kraft's core values of Dependability and Respect.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, and reach for extended periods, typically during shifts of eight or more hours.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry materials and finished products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform team lifting and solo maneuvering of products weighing up to 100 pounds, using proper body mechanics and available equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive overhead reaching, stacking, and securing of products at various heights.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate tools, secure strapping, wrap pallets, and handle products without damage.
• Ability to work on and around loading docks, ramps, and uneven surfaces in varying weather conditions.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read labels and manifests and identify product defects.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, extended shifts, occasional overtime, and possibly Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a shipping, warehouse, distribution, or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Load finished windows, doors, and related products onto trucks and trailers, ensuring proper weight distribution and secure placement to prevent damage in transit.
• Unload incoming materials, components, and supplies from delivery vehicles as needed.
• Inspect outgoing products for visible damage or defects before loading and immediately report issues to the Shipping Supervisor.
• Verify order accuracy against shipping manifests.
• Keep the shipping bay and loading dock clean, clear of debris, and accessible.
• Follow company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and PPE requirements.
• Communicate with the Shipping Supervisor about low shipping-supply inventory, equipment concerns, and scheduling conflicts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Shipping Supervisor or Operations Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED