Energetic Materials Material Handler - Logistics & Safety

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; Red Diamond (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder is seeking a Helix Plant Material Handler to safely move raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods within a GMP-compliant facility. You will support material flow, staging for production, and loading activities while upholding safety and waste disposal standards.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of industrial experience, the ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly, and a willingness to learn equipment teardown and proper PPE usage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years in industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, logistics or similar physical work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and operate material handling equipment.
• Basic computer literacy to complete digital logs and inventory entries.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn basic equipment teardown/reassembly.
• Must wear site PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, stage, and deliver raw materials to appropriate process areas per production schedules.
• Transfer finished goods from production to storage or outbound shipping zones.
• Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks and related equipment (training provided).
• Maintain records of material movements, lot tracking, and inventory usage.
• Ensure proper labeling, segregation, and handling of energetic and non-energetic materials.
• Perform routine cleaning of process areas to maintain GMP compliance.
• Disassemble equipment for cleaning and reassembly under supervision.
• Verify equipment is clean and ready for startup.
• Assist with waste collection and disposal per guidelines.
• Follow SOPs, safety procedures, and Basis of Safety documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized work environment; adhere to safety controls for energetic materials.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Inventory logging

Job description

Austin Powder is seeking a Helix Plant Material Handler to safely move raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods within a GMP-compliant facility. You will support material flow, staging for production, and loading activities while upholding safety and waste disposal standards.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of industrial experience, the ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly, and a willingness to learn equipment teardown and proper PPE usage.