Shipping Operator
- Plainview, TX, United States
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- Minimum 5+ years of experience in shipping, warehouse operations, logistics, inventory control, or a related industrial/manufacturing environment required.
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- English
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Job Summary
A Shipping worker in a chemical plant manages the safe, accurate, and efficient movement of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in and out of the facility, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, proper documentation, and inventory control.
Key Responsibilities
Outbound (Shipping)
- Prepare shipping documents (packing slips, certificates, manifests) and ensure compliance with DOT/OSHA regulations.
- Load/unload trucks in accordance with safety protocols.
Inventory & Documentation
- Maintain accurate inventory records in ERP/WMS systems.
- Perform cycle counts and adjust inventory as needed.
- Ensure all paperwork (packing slips, product labels, certificates) is complete and accurate.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all hazardous materials handling and PPE requirements (e.g., safety glasses, steel-toe shoes).
- Operate equipment such as scales, pumps, etc. when authorized.
- Adhere to environmental and regulatory compliance standards.
Coordination
- Communicate with suppliers, carriers, internal departments, and quality control teams.
- Resolve shipping issues and discrepancies; escalate when necessary.
Skills & Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training preferred.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in shipping, warehouse operations, logistics, inventory control, or a related industrial/manufacturing environment required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand/walk for extended periods, and work in varying temperatures.
- Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems; Excel, Word, basic math skills, invoicing.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and OSHA regulations.
Work Environment
- Warehouse/dock setting, typically 5 days/week.
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- PPE required; noise and temperature variations possible.
Position Overview
This role blends logistical operations, safety compliance, and documentation to ensure the smooth, safe, and legal flow of chemicals through the plant's supply chain.