Material Handling Specialist

Material Handling TechnicianLocation: St. Paul, MNPosition Type: Contract-to-HireFTE Conversion Pay: Approximately $22–$23/hourSchedule: Monday–Friday, approximately 6:30 AM–3:00 PM or 7:00 AM–3:30 PMWeekends: NoneOvertime: RareParking: Onsite parking availableInterview Process: Phone interview followed by onsite interviewPosition OverviewSeeking a reliable, safety-conscious Material Handling Technician to support waste handling, shipping/receiving, and material transportation across a large corporate campus.This is primarily a material handling and logistics position, not a hands-on hazardous waste processing role. The technician will not directly touch waste and will wear appropriate PPE while performing waste-related duties.The role involves creating and applying waste labels, moving sealed waste drums with the proper equipment, transporting materials between campus locations, and assisting with shipping and receiving.Must-Have QualificationsValid driver's licenseHigh school diploma or equivalentShipping/receiving, warehouse, delivery, logistics, or material handling experienceComfortable driving a company vehicle across a large campusAble to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.Comfortable moving 5-gallon and 55-gallon containers using appropriate material handling equipmentBasic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and OutlookStrong attention to detail and ability to follow specific proceduresGood communication and customer service skillsComfortable wearing required PPEAble to perform a physically active job involving lifting, bending, twisting, walking, and material movementKey ResponsibilitiesWaste Material HandlingCreate, print, and apply appropriate waste labels to containers and drumsUse proper material handling equipment to move sealed waste containers to designated storage areasTransport 5-gallon and 55-gallon containers across the facilityInspect containers and verify labeling and shipping requirementsClose, secure, and palletize drums according to established proceduresMaintain accurate waste tracking and compliance documentationFollow established safety procedures and wear required PPECommunicate any labeling, documentation, or compliance issues to the appropriate personnelShipping & ReceivingReceive and sort incoming packages and palletsDistribute packages to appropriate campus locationsPrepare outbound shipmentsCreate and verify shipping labels and documentationCoordinate pickups and deliveries with shipping and freight providersAssist with general shipping/receiving and logistics activities as neededCampus TransportationDrive a company vehicle between buildings and locations across the campusTransport materials, tools, packages, and properly contained wasteFollow all vehicle and workplace safety proceduresInventory & General SupportMaintain inventory of labels, liners, zip ties, pallets, and shipping suppliesKeep material handling and storage areas clean and organizedUse handheld scanners, computer systems, and other logistics tools as requiredManage multiple requests and priorities while maintaining accuracyPreferred ExperiencePrevious hazardous material or hazardous waste environment experienceShipping/receiving or warehouse experienceDelivery driver experienceExperience in a laboratory, pharmaceutical, research, industrial, or similar regulated facilityFamiliarity with DOT hazardous materials requirementsForklift or other material handling equipment experienceOSHA or hazardous materials safety trainingExperience with handheld scanners or warehouse/shipping softwareIdeal Candidate ProfileA shipping/receiving, warehouse, delivery, or material handling professional who is dependable, physically capable, safety-conscious, and comfortable following detailed procedures. Candidates do not necessarily need prior hazardous waste experience if they have strong logistics/material handling experience and can learn the compliance requirements.Former UPS/FedEx-style delivery drivers, warehouse associates, shipping/receiving associates, material handlers, or logistics technicians could translate well into this position.