Logistics Shipping & Receiving Specialist

Location: Hammond, IN | Employment: Full-time | Shifts: 1st & 2nd | Pay: $16–$18/hr (based on experience)

Employer: Nexus Employment is hiring for a warehouse/terminal operation in Hammond, IN.

A day in the role

You clock in on a clean, safety-focused floor and get right to the flow of goods. You’ll check incoming freight, complete shipping paperwork with accuracy, and keep product moving on schedule. Throughout the shift, you’ll operate a sit-down propane forklift (5,000-lb capacity) to stage, load, and unload materials. Bagged product—up to 45 lbs—is transferred with care, then cleaned, labeled, and prepared so it’s ready to ship. You wrap up each task by maintaining a tidy, orderly workspace.

What you’ll handle

• End-to-end shipping and receiving operations
• Reading, completing, and verifying shipping documentation
• Transferring bagged materials (up to 45 lbs)
• Cleaning, labeling, and preparing products for shipment
• Operating a sit-down propane forklift (5,000-lb capacity)
• Keeping the work area clean and safe at all times

What you need to bring

• Sit-down forklift experience (required)
• High school diploma or GED (preferred)
• Ability to read and write basic documentation
• Capability to lift up to 45 lbs
• Reliable transportation
• A strong safety and quality mindset

Why you’ll like it here

• Full-time, steady hours
• Competitive hourly pay
• Multiple shift options
• Professional, safety-focused environment

Ready to get started? Apply today for immediate consideration.