Material Handler

Lafarge Africa Plc; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable building solutions seeks a Material Handler to operate packaging equipment and support operations. The role involves palletizing shipments, maintaining inventory records, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow within an innovative organization.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Retirement Savings

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control packaging equipment.
• Palletize, wrap, and band orders for shipment.
• Schedule deliveries and provide directions.

Skills

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

English proficiency

Ability to work unsupervised

Job description

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Material Handler

WHO IS HOLCIM?

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We are driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. It’s all thanks to our 70,000 talented people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

WHO ARE HOLCIM PEOPLE

Holcim people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers,communities, and colleagues.

Starting Hourly Wage: $27.48

Shift/Schedule: 1st shift 10:am – 6:30pm

The Material Handler operates and controls packaging equipment, provides forklift support to operations, ensures packaging area is maintained and replenishes raw materials.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Uses pick ticket to palletize, wrap and band orders for shipment to customers.
• Routes shipments using Transportation Management System.
• Prepares and print bills of lading.
• Contact carrier to arrange for shipment pick up
• Enters completed shipments into computer and file paperwork to insure timely and accurate inventory records.
• Take calls from freight carriers to schedule deliveries, provide directions to facility.
• Follows company policies and procedures
• Supervise the Unloading of Liquid tankers into the tank system
• Set up, direct and supervise tankers in accordance with safety plan •
• Daily inventories of tanks and existing capacities •
• Full understanding of Hazardous communication and RCRA training
• Work outdoors on a regular basis

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• Basic math skills
• Able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly
• Able to stand and walk 80% of the time
• Basic computer skills
• Able to speak, read and write English
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Climbing ladders to check levels in tanks

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Compensation
• Retirement Savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
• Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care
• Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program

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YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please include a note on your application or reach out to us directly.

Holcim Solutions and Products US, LLC takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment thatall qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Holcim Solutions and Products US, LLC, and its affiliates and subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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