Distribution Associate 3

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role 

At MilliporeSigma the Distribution Associate III loads and unloads freight, prepares materials for shipment, accurately documents shipments, and maintains and audits inventory. 

• Operate required equipment to produce documents for workload. 

• Locate, move, deliver or return all required materials to proper areas. 

• Audit inventory locations to maintain inventory and location accuracy. 

• Follow procedures to complete full location audits. 

• Pack hazardous items for shipment to customer. 

• Verify chemicals, catalog number, lot number, special requests information, unit size and weights against order documentation found in packing instructions. 

• Prints and applies all required labels and markings to box to comply with hazardous materials regulations. 

• Condense, straighten, and maintain warehouse areas. 
• Collaborate with team leads and supervisors to troubleshoot system issues, support new employee training, maintain a safe work environment by reporting hazards, operate powered and material handling equipment, receive and process incoming materials, scan and track inventory within shipping systems, prepare and verify shipments according to company procedures and DOT, IATA, and IMO regulations, select and process orders, and maintain accurate shipping and order records.

Physical Attributes

• Lift, push, and pull up to 60lbs. 

• Stand and perform repetitive movements for extended periods of time. 

• Wear PPE such as hard hats, glasses/goggles, chemical resistant suits, gloves, safety shoes. 

• Work in an area that may be occasionally wet, humid, or abnormally hot or cold. 

• Work near moving parts and near/ around toxic or corrosive chemicals in the forms of liquids, solids, vapors or airborne particles. 

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or GED.   

• 1 + years’ experience in a distribution center or warehouse environment. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Shipping regulation knowledge or experience. 

• Experience with hazardous materials. 

• Effective communication skills. 

• Work independently or in a group collaborative setting. 

• Operate PCs, scanners, printers, CRTs, shipping equipment (meters, tape machines, etc.) and various cutting instruments.  

• Attention to detail.  

• Work quickly and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-pace environment. 

• Follow directions with a focus on Safety & Quality. 

RSREMD

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!