Material Handler-Chemical (Augusta, GA) - Austin Industrial (NUTR)

Material Handler – Chemical This is a full‑time position working 40 hours per week. No per diem and no relocation funding. Responsibilities Assist with terminal / distribution operations, loading and unloading hazardous chemicals via truck and tanker/hopper rail car. Rehandle off‑spec product; mix, heat, filter, and pull samples to ensure product conformity. Assist operations with tank alignment and transfers of hazardous chemicals for proper valve alignment, sampling techniques, and environmental consideration, following standard operating procedures. Monitor products transferred to and from tanks, vessels, or pipelines at the terminal site. Assist with terminal maintenance duties as needed, maintaining equipment in operating condition. Pull samples as per standard operating procedure for chemical analysis to guarantee product integrity. Input information into electronic hand‑held device, documenting standard operating procedure, load‑out activities, and tank production/specification information. Load trucks and railcars, and unload raw materials from outside suppliers and intra‑plant units. Track mobile movement and spot railcars and tanker trailers. Operate heavy machinery, including front‑end loader and dump truck. Assist customers and/or producers with any problems that may arise. Perform work wearing required personal protective equipment (pPE), including chemical protective clothing, respirators, safety harnesses, and other PPE items. Use full range of mobility, working in various positions and heights, as required for the job. Perform special assignment duties and call‑out as required. Qualifications Experience handling liquid and dry products for agricultural and industrial use (preferred). Must pass background check, pre‑employment physical, drug, hearing, vision, pulmonary function, respirator fit test (no beard), and range‑of‑motion testing. Valid driver’s license required; forklift experience required. Must be able to work wearing required personal protective equipment. Benefits We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, and a matching 401(k) plan. Legal Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Austin does not sponsor or take over employment visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr