Senior Shipping & Receiving Associate

United Initiators
  • Helena, Arkansas
  • $350 Per Year
30+ days ago

Job Description

Senior Shipping & Receiving Associate- Helena, AR

Are you interested in building a long‑term career in chemical manufacturing with great pay, strong benefits, and opportunities to grow? United Initiators is looking for motivated individuals to join our Helena Operations team. Apply now to be considered for our Senior Shipping & Receiving Associate opening.
About United Initiators
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 www.united-initiators.com.
Why Join United Initiators?
  • Eligible for 4% annual bonus
  • Stable, full‑time role with growth opportunities 
  • Team‑focused, safety‑driven work environment
We Offer a Competitive Benefits Package:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
  • Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability, and 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, and profit sharing
  • Wellness Program (earn up to $350/year for routine care)
  • Health Advocate program for additional support

About the Role- What You’ll Do

Prepare and load all final product shipments and unload and inspect incoming shipments while ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with company, DOT, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Area of Responsibility 1: Order Preparation and Outbound Shipping

  • 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

Area of Responsibility 2: Receiving and Inventory Control

  • 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
Safety & Environment
  • Maintain a proactive safety mindset and participate in safety meetings and training
  • Follow all company safety protocols during loading, unloading, and material handling
Quality Assurance
  • 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
What We’re Looking For:
  • 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
  • Ability to wear appropriate PPE
Work Environment:
  • Warehouse setting requiring physical activity such as climbing stairs, lifting, and operating material-handling equipment
  • Exposure to fast-paced shipping and receiving operations 

Ready to take the first step? Apply today and embark on a rewarding career in chemical operations!

Work Authorization

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Drug‑Free Workplace

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.

Numbers & Facts

LocationHelena, Arkansas

Skills

  • Accounts Receivableunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • English Languageunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Geneticsunmatched
  • Hazardous Materials/Substancesunmatched
  • ISO 14001unmatched
  • ISO 9001unmatched
  • Inventory Levelsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Product Shipmentsunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Regulatory Complianceunmatched
  • SAPunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Trainingunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Shipping Operationsunmatched
  • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Warehousingunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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