Shipping Technician

Henkel; West Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid time off

401k matching

Student loan reimbursement

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a Shipping Technician to prepare and ship finished goods to distribution centers and customers with accuracy and on time. The role covers operation of palletizers and conveyors, safe forklift use, and strict adherence to quality standards in a non-exempt shift environment.

The position offers benefits including health insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) match, and opportunities for growth and tuition assistance. Overtime may apply based on demand and location.

Qualifications

• Operate forklift and dock equipment safely per instructions.
• Start up, shut down and changeover palletizers and trunk line conveyors/equipment.
• Ensure equipment operates smoothly and meets quality standards.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and minimize downtime.
• Follow procedures with high accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• The Shipping Technician is responsible for preparing and shipping finished goods to distribution centers and customers in an accurate and timely manner without incurring downtime.

Skills

Forklift operation

Palletizers and conveyors

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Attention to detail

Procedural discipline

Tools

Forklift

Job description

About this Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow. This position is with our Consumer Brands business unit – where we empower our employees to bring the best Laundry & Home Care and Hair products to people around the world. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

What you´ll do

• The Shipping Technician is responsible for preparing and shipping finished goods to distribution centers and customers in an accurate and timely manner without incurring downtime.

What makes you a good fit

• Operate forklift and dock equipment safely in accordance with instructions, including forklift battery changes
• Start up, shut down, change over and operation of palletizers and trunk line conveyors/ equipment
• Ensure that all equipment operates smoothly and meets quality control standards to deliver high-quality products
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and implement effective solutions to minimize downtime
• Follow procedures and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• 3rd Shift: 10:30PM to 6:30AM

Some benefits of joining Henkel

• Health Insurance: affordable plans 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: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
• Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
• Career Growth: skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

The hourly pay range for this role is $21.10. This range reflects the good‑faith minimum and maximum hourly rate the Company reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. This role is classified as non‑exempt, and employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. In addition to the hourly wage, employees in this position may be eligible for shift differentials, premium pay, bonuses, or other forms of compensation, depending on role and location. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, training, certifications, and work location. This job posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

Henkel does not accept 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 an unsolicited referral.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.