Warehouse Shipping and Receiving
About the Role:
MSI is hiring a Shipping and Receiving to support efficient warehouse operations by accurately preparing, shipping, and receiving flooring materials. In this role, the Shipping and Receiving Associate reviews shipping orders using a tablet, verifies documentation, picks and palletizes products, and secures shipments for delivery. The position consists of approximately 60% manual labor and up to 40% forklift operation, depending on workload and business needs, while maintaining a safe, organized, and productive warehouse environment.
Compensation: This hourly, non-exempt position pays from $18.75 to $21.75 per hour, with overtime compensated at 1.5 times the base rate. New hires usually earn between $54,400 and $70,700 annually, or more, depending on experience, overtime hours, and bonuses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately pick, stack, and palletize flooring materials for shipment.
- Secure outbound loads using shrink wrap to ensure safe transportation.
- Review and interpret shipping orders to identify required products and transportation methods.
- Verify shipping documentation for accuracy and maintain organized records.
- Prepare and organize paperwork for outbound shipments.
- Coordinate inbound and outbound freight schedules to support efficient warehouse operations.
- Communicate with carriers to schedule pickups and provide loading instructions.
- Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
- Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance tasks.
- Maintain a clean, organized warehouse while following company safety procedures.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements & Qualifications:
- Proficient using tablets or iPads.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Forklift experience preferred.
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of one (1) year of warehouse experience required.
- Previous forklift operation experience preferred.
- Experience with shipping, receiving, inventory handling, or material movement is a plus.
Educational Requirements:
- High school education or equivalent experience required.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Forklift certification or hands-on forklift operating experience.
- Experience using warehouse management systems or shipping software.
- Familiarity with shipping documentation and freight coordination.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
This role has the following physical demands:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently walks, stands and occasionally sits.
- The employee must regularly lift, pull and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
- This is a safety-sensitive position.
Benefits: MSI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Referral, Holiday, and Annual Bonuses
- Annual pay increases
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability;
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions
- Charitable donation matching programs
- Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of MSI employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests.
About MSI:
Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading supplier of flooring tile, countertops, wall and backsplash tile and hardscaping surfaces products in North America. Headquartered in Orange, California, MSI also maintains over 50 state-of-the-art showroom and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada. MSI's product line includes an extensive offering of Granite, Quartz, Porcelain, Luxury Vinyl flooring, Slate, Marble, Travertine, Sandstone, Limestone, Quartzite, onyx, stacked stone and pavers imported from over 36 countries on six continents.Over the years, MSI has been the recipient of many prestigious awards including:
- Top 5 fastest growing companies - OC Business Journal
- Supplier Diversity Award - Home Depot
- #1 Flooring Distributor multiple years in a row - Floor Covering Weekly
- Top Workplaces Award winner multiple times - Top Workplaces
- MSI Founder named the Entrepreneur of the Year - Ernst and Young
MSI is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion and belonging for all employees. We provide a work environment that allows all employees to do their best work, free from all forms of discrimination. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, military status, religion, disability status, or any other legally protected group. MSI provides reasonable accommodations for all employees and applicants. If you believe you require an accommodation, please speak with your recruiter or a member of our HR team.
How to Apply
- Ready to join MSI's warehouse operations team? Applying for the Shipping and Receiving Associate role is quick and easy:
- Click the "Chat to Apply" button above or open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the page to connect with Mira, MSI's Intelligent Recruiting Assistant.
- Tell Mira about your warehouse experience, skills, and career interests. She can answer questions about MSI, the role, and available opportunities.
- Submit your application directly through the chat, or click the Apply Now button to complete your application online.
- An MSI recruiter will review your application and contact qualified candidates regarding the next steps in the hiring process.