Shipping & Receiving Associates

Shipping & Receiving Associate - Elyria, OH

Are you looking to build a long‑term career in a stable manufacturing environment with great pay, strong benefits, and a team-focused culture? United Initiators is seeking a reliable and safety‑driven Shipping & Receiving Associate to support our Elyria Operations team. Apply today to join a global leader in specialty chemical manufacturing.

United Initiators is a global leader in the production of peroxide‑based initiators and specialty chemicals. We take pride in our commitment to safety
, quality
, and innovation - and in creating a workplace where employees can thrive. Learn more at .

• $20/hour starting pay
• Eligible for 4% annual bonus
• Stable, full‑time role with on-the-job training

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
• 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, and profit sharing
• Wellness Program (earn up to $350/year for routine care)
• Health Advocate program for additional support

Shipping & Receiving Associates help ensure the safe, accurate, and efficient flow of raw materials, packaging, supplies, and finished goods within the Elyria facility.

• Verify inbound materials against purchase orders and SAP entries
• Safely unload tankers, trucks, and trailers
• Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment
• Place materials in designated storage locations; monitor cold‑storage temperatures and fuel levels
• Rotate stock using FIFO; report and repackage damaged items as needed
• Perform accurate SAP transactions, receiving documentation, and cycle counts
• Prepare and ship customer orders following written procedures
• Use barcode scanners to verify order accuracy
• Safely load outbound trucks and secure cargo for transport
• Secure cargo in overseas containers or dedicated trailers to prevent movement in transit
• Operate refrigeration systems on trailers, containers, and tankers when required
• Complete all shipping paperwork accurately and in compliance with company standards
• Follow safety protocols and wear required PPE (including respirators)
• Maintain good housekeeping; participate in safety meetings and required training

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to qualify for a company‑issued forklift license
• Ability to lift 55 lbs regularly and up to 110 lbs occasionally
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and perform physical tasks
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Basic math skills and ability to distinguish color
• Fluent in English (reading and writing)
• Ability to wear a respirator; must meet fit‑to‑work requirements and pass an employment physical
• Experience with SAP or other inventory control systems preferred

Manufacturing/plant environment with physical activity, material‑handling equipment, noise, chemical exposure, and varying temperatures.

United Initiators will only employ individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Applicants with temporary visas (E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, TN) or who require current or future sponsorship are not eligible for hire
.

United Initiators is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination or harassment.

At United Initiators, we are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. As part of this commitment, we enforce a strict drug‑free workplace policy. All candidates are required to undergo pre‑employment drug testing as a condition of employment. Our policy prohibits the use, possession, or distribution of federally illegal drugs or controlled substances on company premises or during work hours.

We believe that a drug‑free environment is essential to the safety, productivity, and well‑being of our team.