Shipping Associate
The Seasonal Shipping Associate position is a full-time (est. 40 hours/week) position
responsible for contributing to all shipments - including order packing and processing - from
Jacobsen Salt Co.’s (JSC’s) primary fulfillment site. The Seasonal Shipping Associate role is
hands-on and requires an organized, detail-oriented teammate who is collaborative and
accountable.
Primary functions include:
- Pick, pack and label e-commerce and wholesale product orders
- Prepare respective documentation for shipments and Will Call orders
- Assist with setting up and operating printers, packing material dispensers and other
packing equipment
- Adhere to order accuracy standards and ensure high quality condition of shipments
- Understand daily and weekly fulfillment deliverables, and strive to meet all deadlines and
goals
- Contribute to customer service and communication; this role will have some in-person
interaction with customers
- Contribute to receiving, delivery, inventory control and production efforts as needed
- Comply with all company policies and procedures in order to rigorously uphold all quality
control and food safety standards
- Communicate promptly, thoroughly, constructively and consistently with both direct
supervisor and all co-workers
- Regularly and thoroughly clean equipment and workspaces
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills, characteristics, and qualifications required:
- A high school graduate (or has commensurate certifications or experience), who is at
least 18 years old, with access to reliable transportation
- Previous experience working in fulfillment, either in shipping or delivery (preferably both)
- An energetic, enthusiastic and collaborative team player; comfortable working both
independently and under direct supervision
- Demonstrates effective and respectful communication skills, both verbal and written
- Accountable and trustworthy, with a strong work ethic and good judgment
- A champion of Jacobsen’s ideals of integrity and inclusivity, both in the workplace and in
the community
- Comfortable with basic hand tool use, machine setup and equipment operation
- Able to perform basic mathematical functions, including addition, subtraction,
multiplication and division
- Comfortable completing intermediate tasks on a computer, including navigating word
processing, spreadsheets and email; experience with Shopify, ShipStation and
Quickbooks is preferred
- Able to read, understand and communicate operational and safety information in English
- Able to work in an environment where food allergens may be present
Essential physical functions:
v.09/2025
- Fully capable of lifting, pushing and pulling 20-55 lbs (frequent) and 56-250 lbs
(occasionally)
- Good physical dexterity required; tasks and movements requiring fine motor skills are
common and frequent
- Able to climb ladders and stairs, squat, kneel, reach overhead and walk on uneven
surfaces
- Able to stand for several hours (position requires walking or standing for long periods, up
to 100% of the shift/two hours at a time)
- Position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
Typical weekly schedule:
- Shift Hours: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
- Shift Length: 8 hours
- Shift Days: Monday-Friday
- Overtime hours are possible as necessitated by business operations
- This full-time, non-exempt position works out of Jacobsen’s headquarters in NE
Portland, Oregon
Reports to:
- Fulfillment Lead
- Senior Customer Service Manager
Starting hourly rate for this position is $18.00/hour. Benefits include paid time off, paid company
holidays and employee discount, as well as eligibility for health/dental/vision benefits after 60
days and 401(k) after one year.
Jacobsen Salt Co. is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the value that diversity
brings to an organization. As a community, we are committed to creating a workplace where
learning is a key principle. We look for collaborative and resourceful team players who believe in
our mission to inspire people to cook, eat, and live well.
To apply:
Please send your resume to jobs@jacobsensalt.com with your first and last name, and job title
in the subject line. Example: Jane Doe – Shipping Associate. We are looking to fill this position
as soon as possible, and the position will remain listed until filled.
