Senior Shipping & Receiving Associate

United Initiators • Helena, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

United Initiators is seeking a motivated individual for a Senior Shipping & Receiving Associate position at their Helena, AR operations. This role offers a long-term career in chemical manufacturing with opportunities for growth. United Initiators is a global leader in peroxide-based initiators and specialty chemicals, committed to safety, quality, innovation, and fostering a thriving workplace. The Senior Shipping & Receiving Associate will be responsible for preparing and loading all final product shipments, as well as unloading and inspecting incoming shipments. This includes ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with company, DOT, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
• Forklift certification
• Hazmat handling training
• DOT training
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds and safely navigate congested work environments
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Working knowledge of relevant computer applications
• Ability to understand verbal and written communication
• Basic math skills and ability to distinguish color
• Fluent in English (reading and writing)
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime

Responsibilities

• Accurately stack and pull orders from inventory and stage for shipment
• Ensure all orders are properly stacked and wrapped for transit
• Record lot numbers and quantities on pick sheets and submit to shipping supervisor
• Mark each order with appropriate carrier and ship date
• Assist with special customer labeling or coding requirements
• Properly load outgoing orders onto designated carriers
• Organize shipments to maximize trailer space utilization and ensure compliance with weigh station requirements
• Ensure all outgoing shipments display appropriate placards
• Process shipments in SAP to generate Bills of Lading (BOLs), Certificates of Analysis (COAs), and packing lists
• Verify outgoing orders for accuracy and apply address labels and packing lists
• Submit signed Bills of Lading for outgoing shipments to the front office following carrier pickup
• Unload and inspect incoming shipments for damage and verify product accuracy and quantities
• Submit packing lists and carrier Bills of Lading for inbound shipments to the front office
• Inspect forklift and complete inspection checklist at the beginning of each shift
• Participate in daily, monthly, and annual inventory control activities
• Maintain accurate paperwork for all incoming and outgoing shipments
• Participate in the training of shipping and receiving staff
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Assist other departments as needed and perform additional duties as assigned by the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor
• Maintain a proactive safety mindset and participate in safety meetings and training
• Follow all company safety protocols during loading, unloading, and material handling
• Accurately fill orders to meet customer requirements
• Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with company, regulatory, and customer standards
• Support ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and Responsible Care Programs

Benefits

• 4% annual bonus
• Stable, full-time role with growth opportunities
• Team-focused, safety-driven work environment
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term/long-term disability
• Company-paid accident insurance
• 48 hours of sick time per year (rollover up to 96 hours)
• 2 floating holidays
• 24 hours of unavoidable absence leave
• 80 hours of vacation after one year of service
• 401(k) with match
• Safe Harbor contribution
• Profit sharing
• Wellness Program (earn up to $350/year for routine care)
• Health Advocate program for additional support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees