Shipping and Receiving Material Handler

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Full Time Milwaukee, WI, US

30+ days ago Requisition

Athea Laboratories, a leader in specialty chemical product manufacturing, is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Material Handler This position is located at the 1900 W Cornell Street facility.

This position is responsible for using a forklift to load and unload materials from trucks, to move bulk materials within the building. This position is also responsible for using a computer to set up shipping orders and for preparing materials to ship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operation of forklift to move materials
• Preparation of materials to be transported/handled by forklift
• Preparation of materials for shipment such as shrink wrapping and staging
• Print and prepare shipping labels using internal computer systems
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Assist with additional shipping and logistics tasks as needed to support operations

Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions
• Ability to follow verbal instructions
• Ability to accurately complete paperwork/documentation
• Basic computer proficiency
• Attention to detail with respect to correct labeling and paperwork
• Ability to use a calculator to do basic calculations and arithmetic using different units of measurement
• Peripheral vision and depth perception adequate to safely operate a forklift
• Must wear all required personal protective equipment (e.g. foot protection, eye/face
• protection, hand protection)
• GMP facility – any jewelry or piercings must be able to be removed or covered

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Approximate time standing/walking: 30%
• Must wear required personal protective equipment (foot, eye, and hand protection)
• GMP facility: jewelry and piercings must be removed or properly covered

Company Information:

• Athea Laboratories is a manufacturer of wet wipes and chemicals used in industrial, institutional, and retail marketplaces.
• Established in 1965, Athea is a family-owned business that continues to see exceptional growth and opportunity in the markets we serve.

We are proud to offer a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
• Voluntary critical illness and accident coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Employee wellness programs
• Company paid holiday, plus PTO
• Tuition Assistance Program

Athea Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Athea Laboratories is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

Employment with Athea Laboratories is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable laws. Athea Laboratories maintains a drug-free workplace, and offers of employment may be contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening and background check, where permitted by law.

Athea Laboratories participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.