EHS Technician -2nd SHIFT

CL 3fef8e9b 7df9 49f5 ae2a ee4ca28fe996; Columbus (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

CL 3fef8e9b 7df9 49f5 ae2a ee4ca28fe996 is seeking a Material Handler in Kentucky to collect, sort and stage plastic components and scrap from production lines. You will transport materials to processing areas, maintain FIFO, and support recycling/housekeeping programs.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, forklift certification, and prior material handling or manufacturing experience. Strong communication and adaptability are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Good organizational skills.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs repeatedly and perform repetitive handling tasks.
• Identify issues quickly and report to supervisor.
• Adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Prior experience in plastic recycling operations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collect, sort, and stage plastic components and scrap materials from production lines.
• Transport materials to designated accumulation or processing areas using authorized equipment.
• Maintain FIFO practices and adhere to material flow standards.
• Support recycling and waste-handling requirements by following documentation processes.
• Remove trash, scrap, and packaging materials from assigned manufacturing zones.
• Perform basic visual checks to ensure proper classification and minimal contamination.
• Complete required logs, counts, or system entries for material accuracy.
• Participate in 5S and housekeeping programs.
• Communicate irregularities, shortages, or issues promptly to the supervisor.
• Crosstrain to support material handling across other areas as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Physical strength (lift 40 lbs)

Issue identification/reporting

Adaptability to changing priorities

Plastic recycling operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operator's license

Job description

Essential Functions

• Collect, sort, and stage plastic components and scrap materials from production lines.
• Transport materials to designated accumulation or processing areas using authorized equipment.
• Maintain FIFO practices and adhere to material flow standards consistent with TPS and plant procedures.
• Support recycling and waste-handling requirements by following established documentation processes.
• Perform routine removal of trash, scrap, and packaging materials from assigned manufacturing zones.
• Conduct basic visual checks to ensure materials are properly classified and contamination is minimized.
• Complete required logs, counts, or system entries to maintain material accuracy.
• Participate in company 5S and housekeeping programs.
• Communicate irregularities, shortages, or process issues promptly to the supervisor.
• Crosstrain to support material handling activities across other areas as needed.

Job Dimensions (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities or KSAs)

To perform the job successfully, an individual should have the following education, competencies and experience

• Demonstrate excellent verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate good organizational skills
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. repeatedly and perform repetitive handling tasks
• Able to identify issues quickly and report to Supervisor
• Able to adapt to changing operational priorities

Minimum Qualifications

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Work Experience Requirements

• Prior material handling or manufacturing experience preferred
• Must obtain a forklift operator’s license through company training
• EHS (Safety) experience highly preferred
• Proven experience in plastic recycling operations is essential