Shipping & Receiving Operator

Henkel; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k matching

Employee share plan

Job summary

Henkel in Elgin, IL is seeking a 1st shift warehouse associate to operate forklift equipment, palletize and stage shipments, and manage ERP/LOGOS data entry. The role requires 2–3 years of forklift experience, strong attention to detail, and solid computer skills.

You will follow batch numbers from QC and work with shipping paperwork and compliance requirements. The position offers day-one health benefits, 401(k) matching, overtime eligibility, and growth opportunities within Henkel's Adhesive

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of forklift experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong attention to verbal and written detail; solid computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate pallet jack and forklift safely.
• Move materials from stock per approved batch numbers and stage for shipment.
• Prepare containers for shipment (palletizing, banding, stretch wrap).
• Record shipments and warehouse movements in LOGOS bar-coding system.
• Understand ERP shipping procedures and inventory movement.
• Complete paperwork for shipments to avoid penalties.

Skills

Forklift operation

ERP/WMS

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

LOGOS

ERP/WMS systems

Job description

About this Position

AtHenkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future throughinnovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands likePersil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edgetechnologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths andgrow.

Thisposition is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower ourpeople to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitiveadvantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career andmake an impact at Henkel.

1st Shift | Monday-Friday | 7:00am-3:30pm + OT as required

What you´ll do

• Operates pallet jack and forklift in a safe and effective manner.
• Remove materials from stock according to the batch numbers that have been approved and received from the QC Lab and stage for shipment as instructed.
• Prepare containers for shipment according to customer specifications by palletizing, banding, stretch wrapping, etc.
• Record shipments and warehouse movements using LOGOS bar-coding system.
• Must be knowledgeable in enterprise resource planning (ERP) shipping procedures including the movement of inventories.
• Finalizes paperwork to move and/or accompany receivables or shipments, i.e., inland bills of lading, pack slips, hazardous declaration forms, completely and accurately to avoid penalties/fines.

What makes you a good fit

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years of experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing environment.
• Attention to verbal and written detail.Excellent computer skills required.
• Experience using ERP warehouse management systems (WMS) preferred.
• Must comply with all rules and regulations for the shipment of Hazardous Materials in accordance with Henkel policy.

Some benefits of joining Henkel

• Health Insurance: affordableplans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance:Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
• Financial: 401kmatching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matchingshares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loanreimbursement
• Family Support:12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents givingbirth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discountedchild and elderly care, and scholarships
• Career Growth: skilldevelopment programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Thehourly pay range for this role is $23.00. This range reflects thegood‑faith minimum and maximum hourly rate the Company reasonably expects tooffer for this position at the time of posting. This role is classifiedas non‑exempt, and employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance withfederal, state, and local laws. In addition to the hourly wage, employees inthis position may be eligible for shift differentials, premium pay, bonuses, orother forms of compensation, depending on role and location. The Company alsooffers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensationwill depend on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, training,certifications, and work location. This job posting is intended to comply withall applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

Henkel does notaccept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies.Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore,Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of anunsolicited referral.

AtHenkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and lifeexperiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us.Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicantswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability,veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.