Job Description

Interested in a career that matters?

Help keep materials and finished goods moving safely and accurately in a regulated warehouse environment. As a Material Handler in Shipping, you will support outbound shipping, warehouse organization, inventory rotation, and material movement while maintaining accurate records and following quality and safety requirements.

The role & your impact

Reporting to the Freight and Warehouse Supervisor, you will support day-to-day shipping and warehouse activities that help ensure materials, supplies, and finished goods are handled accurately, safely,

and on time.

Your key responsibilities in this role

• Prepare outbound shipping documentation, including bills of lading, packing slips, invoices, COAs, and COCs, and maintain related shipping and purchase-order records.
• Prepare orders for shipment using the inventory management system; operate UPS and FedEx shipping software; and record shipment information such as weight, charges, space availability, damage, and discrepancies.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to load trucks and move materials within the warehouse, and maintain first-in, first-out/expired inventory rotation practices.
• Support the shipment of finished goods and the receipt and movement of goods and supplies used in production and storage.
• Schedule material transfers between facilities and drive company vehicles within Wisconsin as required.
• Maintain shipping supplies and a clean, orderly work area; follow prescribed safety requirements; and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the supervisor.

What you’ll need to be successful in this role

• High school diploma and at least 1 year of experience in a similar capacity.
• Forklift experience with sit-down, stand-up, and powered hand-jack equipment.
• Ability to maintain a clean driving record and drive company vehicles within Wisconsin.
• Strong communication, organization, planning, problem-solving, follow-up, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow company policies and procedures, maintain regular attendance, and work flexibly when business needs require.

Additional skills & interests we value

• Shipping experience in an FDA-regulated manufacturing environment, particularly dietary supplements or pharmaceuticals.
• Knowledge of GMP, inspection guidelines, sanitation, dietary supplement regulations, food regulations, and product safety.
• Experience with SAP and proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

What we offer you

You will work in a team-oriented warehouse setting where accuracy, safety, quality, and reliable follow-through matter every day. The role provides hands-on exposure to shipping, receiving, inventory movement, documentation, and regulated manufacturing operations.

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Hours: 7:30AM-3:30PM, Monday-Friday
• Work is performed primarily in a warehouse environment.
• Regular operation of forklifts, pallet jacks, and warehouse equipment.
• Occasional exposure to cold temperatures and moving mechanical equipment.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required in designated areas and may include freezer gear, safety glasses, safety footwear, and gloves.
• Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and material handling activities.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Frequent use of hands for material handling, documentation, and computer work.
• Overtime and schedule flexibility may be required to support operational needs.

Compensation & benefits

• Starting pay: $20 per hour
• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution
• Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time 
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance  
• Healthcare savings account option
• Employee assistance program 
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement 
• All benefits begin on your first day

Relevant information

Application deadline: 11/20/26

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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