Lead Shipper/Receiver
Cabot Corporation
- Location
- Billerica, MA
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Posted
- Aug 21, 2026
About this role
Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow’s needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations. If you do not meet every requirement, or your experience is slightly different that what we have listed, we still encourage you to apply! Your Role at Cabot: Performs a variety of activities which include shipping, receiving, packing and warehousing of chemicals and materials. This includes multiple administrative computer tasks necessary to maintain organization of storage and proper incoming receipt of materials. This also includes facilitation of outgoing shipments to ensure they arrive on time and within quality expectations. The role may require coordinating with corporate logistics function. Assists in maintaining inventory accuracy, performing cycle counts, and investigating inventory discrepancies in both on-site and off-site warehouses. Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the WPS department. How You’ll Make an Impact: Prepare and pack orders for shipment; prepare and verify documentation; load shipment onto carriers. Receive & unpack goods, and label for identification purposes. Store items in warehouse on floors or shelves and document’s location in the inventory management system. Operate a forklift, pallet jack, hand trucks, etc. as required to properly store and ship equipment and materials. May provide work guidance by coordinating day-to-day shift activities for the department while also performing the work of a WPS operator. Oversee the day-to-day coordination, preparation and verification of shipments and receipts of materials and equipment. Ensure proper documentation, notification and disposition and reports any deficiencies to manager. Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, such as shortages, overages, and damaged goods. Ensure safe and correct use of equipment; carry out required inspections and audits. Participate in scheduled safety meetings and completes safety training requirements. Work in a safe manner and supports SH&E programs. Confirm co-workers, internal and external, use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Ensure completion of initial incident reports and notification to Supervisor/Manager, when needed. Support efforts to implement and maintain the Responsible Care® Management System in line with the requirements of the RC14001® technical specification, as applicable to the site/region. What You’ll Bring to Cabot: Capability to interpret operating instructions; written, verbal and listening communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team-based environment. Leadership skills to provide guidance and instructions to others. Mechanical aptitude to operate forklifts and other material handling equipment. Excellent organizational and prioritization skills. Ability to interpret operating instructions; written, verbal and listening communication skills. High School diploma or equivalent Must possess or acquire a Department of Public Safety (DPS) Class 1D Hoisting Engineers License. Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s License 3-5 years of related experience; prior experience in a leadership role preferred. We ask that you have been in your current position for a minimum of 12 months to be eligible to apply for other internal positions. If you do not see something that is an exact match today, set up email alerts as new job postings