Warehouse Operations Specialist

Radius Packaging; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Radius Packaging is seeking a Warehouse Operations Specialist to support the New Berlin and West Allis warehouses. The role involves loading and unloading shipments, staging products, replenishing production lines, and assisting with inventory control using RF technology.

You will generate shipping documents, monitor nonconformance, participate in cycle counts, and help with overall logistics. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and safety compliance are essential in this fast-paced

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or preferred.
• 1 year of warehouse loading and unloading experience is preferred.
• Forklift experience is preferred but training may be provided.
• Ability to use RF equipment for real-time inventory movement and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments following customer requests and product handling guidelines.
• Move, stack, and stage finished goods and ensure correct storage.
• Use RF technology to record movements and track inventory locations.
• Generate shipping documents and support logistics coordination and cycle counts.
• Work between New Berlin and West Allis facilities as needed and maintain safety compliance.

Skills

RF scanners

Forklift operations

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse software

Job description

How do our shifts work? Full time status | Wednesday - Sunday

Day Shift: 7:00 AM-3:00 PM

Schedule: 5 Days per week and Benefits Eligible

Additional Hours of Overtime Available

Travel between New Berlin and West Allis Warehouse Facilities Required

At Radius Packaging, we put people first—our members and our customers. Our culture is guided by The Radius Way: Champion Positive Change, Act with Integrity, Strive for Excellence, Emphasize Community, and Work Together. These principles shape how we lead, collaborate, and grow together.

We don’t just talk about culture—we’re recognized for it. Radius Packaging is proud to be honored as:

• Plastics News Processor of the Year — the industry’s highest distinction
• Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel in 2024 and 2025
• Recipient of the Plastics News Excellence in Employee Relations Award

These recognitions reflect our commitment to continuing education, career advancement, employee recognition, and fostering a supportive, engaging work environment.

Celebrating over 53 years of success, Radius Packaging offers more than a job—we offer a community. Through educational resources, committees, clubs, and company-wide events, our members are supported in their professional growth and overall well-being—financial, mental, physical, and emotional. We continuously invest in our people and empower them to pursue their passions at work, at home, and in their communities.

If you’re looking for a workplace that values teamwork, innovation, sustainability, and personal growth, Radius Packaging is where you belong.

Summary Of Position

The Warehouse Operations Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the New Berlin and West Allis warehouse operations by performing a variety of tasks to ensure accurate handling, storage, and movement of raw materials and finished goods. This position is responsible for loading and unloading shipments, staging products, replenishing production lines, and assisting with inventory control using RF technology. The Warehouse Operations Specialist also provides support to logistics and inventory teams, including generating shipping documents, monitoring nonconformance, and participating in cycle counts. This position demands flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with team members to meet operational goals.

Job Duties & Essential Functions

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Accurate loading of customer shipments following loading WP’s and customer requests without damaging product.
• Load, unload, move, stack, and stage the finished goods.
• Knowledge and adherence to our raw material receiving and internal transfer procedures.
• Must be able to work and travel between New Berlin and West Allis locations based on needs.
• Strictly adhere to the Food Grade requirements, including trailer inspections and 100% wrapped and sealed pallets.
• Utilize space to maximize warehouse storage capacity while operating safely.
• Assist the Material Handlers/Forklift Operators when required (see Inventory LSW).
• Use RF scanners to disposition finished goods into inventory and track to location-controlled staging areas.
• Verify labels on all finished goods to move units to staging area.
• Work with the team to ensure packaging standards are being met before removing product off the production floor.
• Replenishes production floor with raw materials based on report requirements.
• Remove finished goods from production lines in real time using RF technology and place them in designated areas.
• Complete pre-shift forklift inspection/maintenance and use material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, and clamps) to maneuver pallets throughout the warehouse.
• Ensure all products are received, stored, transported, and organized accurately and without damage.
• Generate shipping documents such as BOL, packing slips, etc.
• Support the Logistics Coordinator with driver check ins, scheduling, process of sales orders, picklists and shipments and coverage for PTO.
• Assist in the monitoring of resin scrap loss, MRB, raw material and FG nonconformance as well as aged inventory.
• Support the Inventory Control Coordinator and work as a team with participation in cycle counts, year-end physical activities, variance review/reporting, inbound raw material receiving, railcar inventory/management, distribution of inbound packages (i.e. Fed Ex/UPS etc.), stocking of MRO items in vending machine, tracing, labeling and disposition of finished goods and raw materials for food safety.
• Work safely, following all safety policies and proactively participating in the safe work of others and the safety of the overall environment.
• Follow all safety procedures to keep a clean area in our active, fast-paced, team environment.
• Communicate openly with leadership and teammates in a positive manner.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned and contribute to improvements.
• Always be willing to help other support other teams with open tasks and projects.
• Compliance to GMP, Food Safety, and Food Quality regulations as required by the company, customers, and/or government agencies.

Radius Packaging is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES)

• High School diploma or GED.
• 1 year of warehouse loading & unloading preferred
• 1 year of forklift experience preferred but willing to train (sit-down clamp truck is a plus).
• Ability to use RF equipment for real time inventory movement and accuracy.
• Exhibit excellent decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Demonstrated capability in basic math and measurement.
• Ability to follow guidelines independently and work as part of a cohesive production team.
• Familiarity with warehouse software systems, basic business computer applications and mobile device applications.