Shipping and Receiving - 1st

Job Description

Job Description

We are committed to hiring top talent into our operations teams to deliver world-class services. We are looking for self-motivated and goal-oriented people eager to learn our trade and be a part of our growing team. We value individuals who are problem solvers, team workers and maintain a bright, positive attitude. If you like a fast-paced work environment to learn life-long skills, we welcome your completed application.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needed accommodations for any part of the application process may contact Alana Reimer, in confidence View email address on ziprecruiter.com.

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Position Location: Waukesha and New Berlin

Position Hours: Primarily 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Monday - Friday). Saturdays as needed.

Position Wage: $20.00 - $25.00/HR

Salaries are based on several factors, including the skills and experience of the candidates. It is common to be hired at the lower to middle end of a salary range and while it is possible to be hired at the higher end, it often requires unique circumstances, such as proven expertise.

Company Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• 401(k) - Company matched 50% on the 1st 4%.
• Paid Time Off - Accrued annually with 80 hours for the first year of service
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance at no cost to employee
• Optional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans at no cost to the employee
• Health Savings Account (HSA) for employees enrolled in ThermTech's Insurance
• ThermTech provides the opportunity to earn enough HSA funds to offset the deductible of health insurance when employee and spouse (if applicable) have a yearly physical with ThermTech's On-Site Clinic and participate in the Employee Wellness Program.
• Employee assistance program: Confidential 24/7 support and short-term counseling
• Tuition reimbursement / Professional development assistance.
• Other: On-site Clinic services (On-demand Urgent and Primary Care, Virtual Video Visits, Chiropractic Care, and Health Coaching) available to all employees and their family, at no additional costs, even if they are not covered by ThermTech's health insurance.
• Discounted Standard Process supplements.
• Free Uniforms, Safety Equipment, and Employee recognition (PIN) program

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Position Summary: The Shipping Specialist keeps the plant’s material flow moving smoothly and accurately. You will follow established schedules and procedures, maintain precise documentation, manage inventory of shipping supplies, and serve as the primary liaison with internal teams, customers, and carriers.

Core Responsibilities

Shipping & Receiving Operations

• Verify that packaging is suitable, then pack, seal, label, and affix postage as needed.
• Examine shipment contents and compare them with manifests, invoices, or orders to confirm accuracy.
• Load and unload trucks (including FedEx/UPS small parcels) and route materials internally using hand trucks, conveyors, or sorting bins.
• Weigh each order, record weight, charges, space availability, damages, or discrepancies, and tag all incoming and outgoing items in real time.
• Maintain hold and transfer areas, coordinating transfers promptly and ensuring the plant stays organized, clean, and safe.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare work orders, bills of lading, shipping orders, and packing slips; correctly complete all required paperwork for each shipment.
• Record shipment data for reporting, accounting, and record‑keeping purposes.
• Compute space, shipping, storage, and demurrage charges using the computer or price lists.

Inventory & Supply Management

• Request and store shipping materials and supplies to keep inventory stocked.
• Acquire and maintain forklift certification; operate forklifts safely when needed.

Logistics Planning

• Determine appropriate shipping methods, routes, and rates for each load.

Customer & Carrier Coordination

• Contact carrier representatives to arrange pickups, issue shipping instructions, and resolve delivery issues.
• Confer or correspond with internal representatives and customers to rectify problems such as damages, shortages, or non‑conformance to specifications.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the works performed by employees but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. ThermTech reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, a non-resident, authorized to work in the U.S. without ThermTech sponsorship). ThermTech does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.
• This position must satisfy ITAR (DSP-5) compliance requirements; therefore, candidates must be a lawful permanent resident [8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20)] or a protected individual [8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)]. Employment of Foreign Persons(s) [22 CFR 120.63] will be contingent on receiving the DSP-5 license from the US State Department.
  
• Background Checks – Successful completion of a 9‑panel hair‑follicle drug test and a standard background check.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certification – Forklift certification must be obtained and maintained.

• Experience – Minimum of 6 months of experience in shipping/receiving required .

  – Minimum of 1 year of sit-down forklift operation experience required .

• May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.

Physical & Mental Demands: The following physical and mental demands consist of but are not limited to the following:

• Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods in a non-climate controlled industrial environment
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop, and reach to perform functions.
• Capable of lifting and carrying at least 25-pound objects throughout shift
• Must be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions.
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform fundamental mathematical skills and concepts (e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, percentages, and the basics of algebra and geometry).
• Visual acuity to read documents, computer screens, files, etc.
• Ability to hear in person and via phone.

Required Hard Skills

• Proficiency with QMS/MES (Bluestreak) and Microsoft Office (Outlook).
• Strong understanding of ThermTech’s quality policy.
• Safety‑focused mindset and strict adherence to plant safety protocols.

Desired Soft Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong time‑management and organizational abilities.
• High attention to detail and adaptability.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and customer‑focused.
• Active listening and the ability to work well within a team.

ThermTech does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies, headhunters, recruiters, and/or placement agencies. Please do not directly contact our executives or managers via email or phone or by other means. Your correspondence will not be returned. All communications of this nature should be directed to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.