Material Handler

Univar Solutions; Middletown Township (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Time off programs

Job summary

Univar Solutions in Middletown, PA is seeking a dedicated Material Handler to mix and package products, maintain inventory, and support shipping and receiving in the warehouse. You will operate forklifts, handle hazardous materials, assist in waste management, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while supporting a collaborative, inclusive team environment.

The role requires physical stamina and adherence to all regulations, with a focus on timely, accurate processing of

Qualifications

• Experience operating industrial powered lift trucks.
• Ability to learn hazardous materials handling procedures.
• Physical ability to lift 100 lb bags.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual warehouse duties as assigned.
• Load and unload trucks using forklift and other equipment.
• Ship and receive products according to procedures.
• Assist in warehouse maintenance.
• Be part of emergency response team.
• Handle hazardous materials and waste properly.
• Prepare for shipment and load hazardous waste.
• Palletize/pack products into drums and totes.
• Maintain cleanliness of warehouse and equipment.
• Follow quality processes and resolve product quality issues.
• Other duties as required.
• Adhere to company policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hazardous materials handling

English literacy

Drug test compliance

Physical stamina

Safety procedures

Job description

A Place Where People Matter. Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you. Our Material Handler mixes and packages Company products. Maintains inventory levels and assists in shipping and receiving products and materials in the warehouse.

What you'll do:

• Performs manual warehouse duties as assigned or advised.
• Loads and unloads company trucks, common carriers and customer vehicles using forklift and other required equipment.
• Ships and receives products according to company's procedures and requirements.
• Assists in the maintenance of the warehouse facility.
• Serves on company's in-plant or off-site emergency response team.
• Places hazardous materials or waste into appropriate containers.
• Receives, unloads and places into storage hazardous waste received from off-site generators; completes inspections and paperwork associated with receiving and storing hazardous waste.
• Properly manages hazardous waste while inside container storage area or otherwise under company responsibility or controls.
• Prepares for shipment and loads hazardous waste destined for off-site recycling/disposal facilities; completes paperwork and inspections associated with shipping hazardous waste.
• Performs blending of multiple products (splash blending) and Packaging into drums and totes.
• Cleans and maintains warehouse/tank farm and equipment.
• Adheres to company quality processes, as applicable.
• Assists to resolve product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner, as applicable.
• Performs all other duties as required.
• Complies with all company policies, rules and guidelines.

What you'll need:

• Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to company procedures and governmental regulations
• Ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment
• Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes, with training
• Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 lb. net bags for short distances
• Ability to read, write, count, understand, and speak English
• Physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly as well as stand and walk for long periods of time
• Test negative on the company's drug tests

Where you'll work:

532 E Emaus St, Middletown, PA 17057

Pay & benefits:

• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location
• Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs

What you can expect:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews; union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet! We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.