Warehouse Associate

Novolex • Shawano, WI

10d • $19 - $24

About The Position

Novolex is hiring a Warehouse Associate with a valid Class A CDL. The role supports production and warehouse operations by safely and efficiently moving trailers between nearby plants and handling shipping, receiving, inventory, and finished goods. The associate works cooperatively with the team, follows quality and safety practices, and completes other duties as assigned by supervision.

The schedule is a 2-2-3 non-swing shift, with days running from 4:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Pay is $19.46–$24.20. Due to changing production levels, employees may be asked to work more or fewer than their normally scheduled hours or to come in during unscheduled hours.

The position requires working in hot or cold conditions, standing for long periods, and frequently lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. The role also involves regular movement throughout the facility and a range of physical activities. Novolex offers medical, dental, and vision insurance and other well-being resources; benefits and programs may vary by work location. Training and development opportunities, including skills development and education programs, are available.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Team player with a can-do attitude.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work in hot and cold conditions.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read basic English.
• Experience with MS Office software, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to meet the physical demands described, including standing, sitting, moving around the facility, climbing stairs, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching or crawling, handling tools and controls, grasping, pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting above shoulder level; required vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral and color vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ERP systems and TMS systems.
• Previous production or warehouse experience.
• Experience with material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Shuttle trailers between plants within a one-block radius and park them in designated locations using company safety practices.
• Follow DOT regulations, company food safety practices, plant safety and housekeeping policies, GMPs, SOPs, and Food Contact packaging safety requirements in the SQF quality manual.
• Monitor DEF and diesel fuel levels and replenish them using company-provided means when necessary.
• Load and unload products and supplies and process associated paperwork according to SOPs and work instructions.
• Wrap finished goods according to the provided pallet-wrapping code and generate accurate labels by counting products correctly.
• Pick inventory and stage it on the warehouse dock floor or in trailers.
• Generate packing lists and bills of lading, label pallets with carrier-specific “Pro” stickers, and complete shipping documents, including export documents.
• Operate overhead doors and loading dock mechanisms.
• Inspect trailers and products before loading or unloading.
• Use idle time for value-added work such as housekeeping, warehouse audits, and yard checks.
• Check the accuracy of shipment and receipt entries in SAP.
• Communicate issues to the warehouse manager or logistics coordinator and share shipping and receiving information with coworkers.
• Perform cycle counts of product inventory.
• Help repackage products damaged in handling or returned by customers.
• Operate forklifts and other machinery, including electric and propane equipment, to company standards.
• Perform other duties or tasks as required by supervision.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Well-being resources focused on mental, physical, and financial health.
• Training and development opportunities, including skills development and advanced education programs.
• Tuition reimbursement program for non-union employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed