Warehouse Operator - Shipping and Receiving

DuPont•Newark, DE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers DuPont is currently hiring an experienced Warehouse Operator – Shipping and Receiving for our Newark-Pencader, DE site. The Shipping/Warehouse Operator is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely handling of materials throughout the warehouse and shipping areas. This role supports receiving, picking, packing, labeling, staging, and shipping of finished goods and raw materials while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, export, and operational procedures. The operator contributes to continuous improvement, inventory accuracy, and on‑time delivery performance.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 3 years of manufacturing, warehouse, or related experience
Basic math and computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, Outlook, warehouse systems)
Ability to read, write, and interpret work instructions and shipping documentation
Strong communication and teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification or prior powered industrial vehicle experience
Experience working in regulated manufacturing or export‑controlled environments
Familiarity with FIFO, inventory control, and quality systems

Responsibilities

Prepare, pick, pack, label, and ship finished goods in accordance with work instructions, customer requirements, and shipping documentation
Receive incoming materials, verify quantities and condition, and complete required system transactions
Stage materials for shipment and internal movement using FIFO and standard work practices
Interact with carriers and vendors during receipt and shipment activities
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other powered industrial equipment safely and effectively
Move, store, and organize materials within designated warehouse locations
Maintain accurate inventory through system transactions and physical verification
Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards within assigned areas
Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, and site procedures
Comply with export control, quality system, and documentation requirements
Accurately follow written work instructions and procedures
Identify and report safety concerns, quality issues, or process deviations
Support continuous improvement initiatives through observation and suggestions
Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and cross‑functional partners
Remain flexible to changing priorities, schedules, and workload demands