Material Handler

Job Description
Job #219475

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Material Handler for a contract opportunity in Chester, SC.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

Prior experience of Material Handler, Shipping & Receiving in chemical manufacturing is preferred with loading and unloading trucks, railcards or tanker trucks and/or experience packaging drums or totes.

Minimum of three years' shipping and receiving experience in a chemical process operation. Basic computer literacy, including email and data entry is required. SAP is preferred. Experience with automated processing systems is preferred. Ability (certification) to operate a forklift is required. Maintain training required to ship hazardous and dangerous goods internationally and domestically.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Load and unload chemical products and raw materials at the rail car and truck loading/unloading areas and perform ancillary activities (including routine and non-routine maintenance of equipment) in a safe, effective and efficient manner. Package products into drums, totes, and pails, including appropriate labeling.

Data Entry 10-15% Ensure shipping and receiving documentation is in compliance with plant procedures. Perform good receipts using SAP system. Work with automated equipment (i.e. computer controlled). Keep accurate monitoring reports/logs, including daily wastewater flow, and documentation of specific loading/unloading events Perform regular safety inspections of tank farm equipment. Monitor the temperature of acrylic acid in railcars. Ensure quality of finished product by inspecting and washing railcars and tanker trucks per plant procedures. Ship and receive finished products and raw materials, including moving/transferring chemicals and chemical products to and from rail cars and tanker trucks at both the rail car and truck loading/unloading areas. Unload and load packaged raw materials and finished products from box trucks. Package products into drums, totes, and pails, including appropriate labeling. Ship hazardous and non-hazardous waste per the plant procedure. Obtain quality control samples of raw materials and finished products for quality control laboratory analysis. Operate pallet jacks and fork-lift trucks Retain a basic knowledge of chemistry and chemical hazards and apply this knowledge in daily work activities. Clearly communicate relevant information and/or instructions to production personnel. Perform basic arithmetic operations. Evaluate storm water before discharging, including measuring pH and clarity. Discharge storm water per plant procedures.

Safety & Other Duties 10-15% . Understand the hazards and risks associated with handling various chemicals and chemical products. Effectively carry out verbal and written instructions. Make independent judgments concerning assigned tasks. Discern situations where supervisory/management input is advisable. Safely wear and/or use required personal protective equipment. To follow the direction of the shift leaders/supervisors. Understand plant environmental health and safety regulations and Comply with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements. Housekeeping and other activities as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

Ability to assimilate new information and apply it to unfamiliar situations in the future. Ability to improve safety, organization and house-keeping with minimal direction Ability to independently utilize Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the protection of the individual, coworkers and the environment.

Strong safety-minded work ethic and work history Strong team member skills including communication, participation, and expressing mutual respect

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Accredited high school diploma or GED.

WORK HOURS

Full time

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
• Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

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