Shipping and Materials Handler
Semex
Summary
The Shipping and Materials Handler is responsible for the accurate and timely receipt, preparation, packaging, handling, and shipment of semen products and materials. Working closely with internal teams and transportation providers, this position supports daily warehouse and distribution activities, inventory movement, shipping documentation, customer deliveries, and warehouse organization while ensuring product quality and on-time order fulfillment.
Job description
What You Will Do
- Receive, document, store, and accurately track incoming products, materials, and inventory.
- Pick, prepare, package, label, and stage orders for shipment while ensuring product quality and adherence to established procedures.
- Prepare and maintain shipping containers, coordinate shipment pickups and deliveries, and ensure accurate shipping documentation.
- Process field returns, issue call tags, support inventory transfers, and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and physical inventories.
- Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient warehouse environment while supporting tank tracking, equipment readiness, and inventory management activities.
- Track shipments, communicate shipping status and delivery concerns, and provide support to customers, sales representatives, and internal teams.
- Maintain accurate shipping, inventory, and warehouse records while supporting facility maintenance, safety initiatives, onboarding activities, and process improvement projects.
- Safely handle liquid nitrogen and related equipment while adhering to all company safety procedures and protocols.
What You Need to Succeed
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, distribution, materials handling, or a related environment; experience in the agriculture or dairy industry preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, accountability, teamwork, time management, and communication skills.
- Ability to accurately handle, document, and track inventory and shipments while prioritizing work and meeting deadlines.
- Basic computer skills with the ability to learn ERP, inventory, shipping, and business systems; UPS WorldShip experience preferred.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and lift up to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1+ years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, distribution, materials handling, or a related environment.
- Strong attention to detail, accountability, teamwork, time management, and communication skills.
- Ability to accurately handle, document, and track inventory and shipments while prioritizing work and meeting deadlines.
- Basic computer skills with the ability to learn ERP, inventory, shipping, and business systems.
- Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and lift up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Employer matching
- Competitive salary
- Merit pay
- Annual performance bonus
- Paid time off
- Flexible time off
- Personal time
- Sick time
- Employee Recognition Program
- Learning and development opportunities
- Social committee events
- Annual allowance for Semex Shop
Company overview
Semex is a leading global genetic company specializing in bovine reproduction and animal genetics solutions. Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, Canada, the company operates as a partnership between three well-established Canadian A.I. organizations: WestGen, EastGen, and CIAQ. Semex focuses on providing innovative genetic technologies and solutions that positively impact livestock operations worldwide. The company's core business revolves around developing and marketing advanced genetic products including dairy and beef semen, live bulls, embryo services, and comprehensive dairy solutions. Semex is renowned for its proprietary Immunity+ technology, which represents over 20 years of research in immunogenetics to improve herd health through enhanced immune response in cattle. With operations spanning 80 countries through 110 distributorships, Semex maintains six production facilities across four continents. The company generates annual revenues exceeding $180 million and employs between 201-500 people globally. Semex's commitment to 'Genetics for Life' drives its mission to deliver cutting-edge genetic solutions that enhance animal health, productivity, and sustainability for the global agricultural industry.