Material Handler-Shipping

Chr. Hansen•Wausau, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler in Shipping supports day-to-day shipping and warehouse activities, helping ensure materials, supplies, and finished goods are handled accurately, safely, and on time. The role includes outbound shipping, warehouse organization, inventory rotation, material movement, shipment documentation, and recordkeeping in a regulated warehouse environment. The position reports to the Freight and Warehouse Supervisor. The work is performed primarily in a warehouse and includes operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment. Occasional exposure to cold temperatures and moving mechanical equipment may occur. PPE is required in designated areas and may include freezer gear, safety glasses, safety footwear, and gloves. Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and material handling are required, including lifting up to 75 pounds. The schedule is 1st shift, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; overtime and schedule flexibility may be required to support operational needs.

Requirements

High school diploma.
At least 1 year of experience in a similar capacity.
Forklift experience with sit-down, stand-up, and powered hand-jack equipment.
Ability to maintain a clean driving record and drive company vehicles within Wisconsin.
Strong communication, organization, planning, problem-solving, follow-up, and teamwork skills.
Ability to follow company policies and procedures, maintain regular attendance, and work flexibly when business needs require.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Shipping experience in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment, particularly dietary supplements or pharmaceuticals.
Knowledge of GMP, inspection guidelines, sanitation, dietary supplement regulations, food regulations, and product safety.
Experience with SAP.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Responsibilities

Prepare outbound shipping documentation, including bills of lading, packing slips, invoices, COAs, and COCs, and maintain related shipping and purchase-order records.
Prepare orders for shipment using the inventory management system and operate UPS and FedEx shipping software.
Record shipment information, including weight, charges, space availability, damage, and discrepancies.
Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load trucks and move materials within the warehouse.
Maintain first-in, first-out and expired-inventory rotation practices.
Support shipment of finished goods and receipt and movement of goods and supplies used in production and storage.
Schedule material transfers between facilities and drive company vehicles within Wisconsin as required.
Maintain shipping supplies and a clean, orderly work area.
Follow prescribed safety requirements and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the supervisor.