Shipper

Greif; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company paid life/AD&D

STD/LTD insurance

EAP

Vacation up to 80 hours

Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award 202

Job summary

Greif in Milwaukee, WI, is seeking a Shipper to perform routine logistics tasks, including receiving, packing, labeling, and tracking shipments. The role involves operating low-complexity machinery (e.g., forklifts), ensuring accuracy against shipment records, and maintaining orderly, safe work areas.

Starting wage: $23.26/hr with progression to $29.59/hr after 90 days; standard shifts with rotating times. Requires 1–2 years of relevant experience and strong teamwork, organization, and

Qualifications

• Typically possesses 1–2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physical logistics environment.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive and track shipments.
• Load or unload shipments from delivery trucks.
• Prepare orders by pulling materials and packing boxes.
• Label and stockpile shipments according to size, shape, and type.
• Promote a clean shipping area by following procedures and regulations.
• Record and manage all impaired or damaged merchandise items.
• Complete reports by entering required information.
• Perform routine quality checks on finished products.
• Provide quality service by following organization standards.
• Follow safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Time management

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries.

With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.

Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Our Vision

To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win.

Our Purpose

Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #

035607 Shipper (Open)

Job Description

ROLE OVERVIEW

Under supervision, performs routine and some non-routine logistics operations activities, including: moving and storing materials/products using a combination of manual labor and low complexity machinery/equipment (e.g., forklifts and conveyors); receiving/inspecting goods and verifying items against the shipment record; gathering, verifying, and packing items for shipment according to specifications and the applicable transportation method; and/or recording received and shipped items.

Great Benefits Include

• Health, dental, vision insurance effective day one!
• Greif pays 75% of health premiums.
• Company paid life/AD&D insurance, STD/LTD insurance, EAP.
• Many other company paid benefits!
• Enjoy up to 80 hours of vacation to rest, recharge, and do what matters most.
• Greif is recognized with the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for our commitment to our colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and track shipments.
• Load or unload shipments in delivery trucks.
• Prepares orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulling materials; packing boxes; placing orders in delivery area.
• Label and stockpile shipments according to size, shape, and type.
• Promotes clean shipping supply area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Record and manage all impaired or damaged merchandise items.
• Completes reports by entering required information.
• Routine quality checks on finished products.
• Provides quality service by following organization standards.
• Follow safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Rotating Shift Schedule

• 1st Shift: Work 7 days from 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM, followed by 4 days off.
• 2nd Shift: Work 7 days from 2:30 PM – 10:30 PM, followed by 1 day off.
• 3rd Shift: Work 7 days from 10:30 PM – 6:30 AM, followed by 2 days off.
• This cycle then repeats.

Education And Experience

• Typically possesses 1-2 years of relevant experience.

Wage

• Starting $23.26 per hour, after successful completion of 90 days pay rate is $29.59 per hour.

Knowledge And Skills

• Good physical stamina and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work with a team in a fast pace environment.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solution oriented problem solver.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $20.34 - $34.66annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between23.26 to29.59. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. If the competitive wage is equal in both fields, the starting rate is the same for all applicants that apply for this role. The starting rate is not representative of future compensation increases. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

Benefits Statement

Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

EEO Statement

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy. https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf