Shipping/Warehouse Associate Detroit- 2nd Shift

Shipping/Warehouse Associate

($18.00 - $23.00)

Monday - Friday, 2nd Shift 4:00pm - 2:00am

We are seeking an experienced Shipping/Warehouse Associate to support daily warehouse operations. This role is responsible for handling shipping and receiving activities, loading and unloading trucks, processing and fulfilling purchase orders, and ensuring the warehouse remains organized and stocked with necessary materials to support operations.

Job Description:

  • Maintain dock and storage facilities in an organized manner
  • Efficiently stage, wrap, and load products for shipment
  • Fill requisitions, work and purchase orders
  • Maintain all shipping & receiving records as directed
  • Effectively operate Forklift, reach truck, and electric pallet jack
  • Pull, stack, and palletize boxes
  • Training on 1st shift approximately 90 days

Key Requirements:

  • Prior relevant experience (4 years)
  • Operate a Forklift/ Hilo, reach truck, and pallet jack safely
  • Must be able to work in a cold environment
  • Ability to stand for 8 or more hours per shift
  • Keen problem-solving skills and able make critical decisions
  • Effectively and respectfully communicate with others
  • Remain task focused and detail oriented
  • Ability to routinely lift 75 pounds
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older

At EW Grobbel, here are just some of the benefits you'll enjoy:

  • Normal work week is Monday – Friday
  • Salary based on experience
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
  • Paid holidays & vacation time
  • Quarterly bonuses - based on productivity
  • Matching contribution to 401 (k) plan
  • Individual leadership development


About EW Grobbel


EW Grobbel is a family food company that was established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as "America’s Oldest Corned Beef Specialist". We supply our products to thousands of locations around the United States.

The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee, both personally and professionally while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast paced, high-performance team, driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.

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