Warehouse Shipping Operator

A high school diploma or GED is required.

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 (See ADA Requirements below).

Walk throughout the Warehouse and associated areas to get product, inspect trailers and load and unload pallets and product.

Stand while inspecting and preparing pallets and product for loading.

Sit for extended periods while operating forklift.

Bend or crouch occasionally throughout the day to inspect pallets and product.

Lift up to 80 pounds and moves item short distances.

Climb on and off of trailers.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem solving - identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.

Oral communication - clearly communicate job-related information to co-workers and supervisors before, during and after repairs.

Seeing - visually inspect pallets and product for damage. Visually analyze load to ensure proper alignment and ensure correct product is loaded.

Reading - read and understand work orders and other written material relevant to the job.

Written communication - write in understandable English to complete required paperwork and provide information needed by subsequent shift workers, coworkers and supervisors.

Listening - understand oral job-related information and instructions received from coworkers and supervisors. Listen to forklift and yard dog to detect problems.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Environmental conditions in different parts of the plant can include extreme heat and cold, wet and humid conditions, noise, vibration, exposure to dust and poor ventilation.

Hazardous conditions include moving parts, potential electrical shock, and slick floors.

PPE including safety helmet, steel-toed shoes with meta-tarsal guards, gloves, safety glasses, and ear plugs required at all times.

On the job the employee must:

On the job the employee must be able to:

On the job the employee:

(0) Bend

(F) Sit

(F) Read/comprehend

(F) Is exposed to excessive noise

(R) Squat

(0) Stand

(F) Write

(F) Is around moving machinery

(N) Crawl

(F) Walk

(0) Perform calculations

(F) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity

(R) Climb

(R) Push/Pull

(F) Communicate orally

(F) Is exposed to dust, fumes, and/or gases

(R) Kneel

(F) Reason and analyze

(F) Drives motorized equipment

(R) Handle objects (manual dexterity)

( ) Other

(R) Works in confined quarters

(0) Reach above shoulder level

(R) Use fine finger movements

Must carry/lift loads of:

(F) Light (up to 251bs.)

(F) Moderate (25-S0lbs.)

(F) Heavy (over SOlbs.)

Compass Minerals is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are firmly committed to making all employment-related decisions without regard to race, ancestry, ethnicity, color, religious creed or belief, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy and breastfeeding), age, military or veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by law. Learn more about equal employment opportunity laws at dol.gov . July 2025