Material Handler

Koppers Inc.; Millington (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated warehouse associates to support shipping and receiving operations. In this role, you will assist with inventory organization, product loading and unloading, and ensure accurate processing of incoming and outgoing shipments. Ideal candidates will possess a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety. Join a team that values dependability and efficiency, and take part in maintaining a well-organized warehouse environment. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to grow their skills in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse experience preferred, especially with hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist with shipping, receiving, and inventory organization.
• Use forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer goods efficiently.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Safety Awareness

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Hand Carts

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with all shipping, receiving, and inventory organization efforts
• Help to efficiently carryout all product loading and unloading tasks
• Receive and process new inventory, ensuring contents match manifest documents
• Inspect receivables for defects, damages, or missing items
• Unload, stack, move, and place products in appropriately designated areas
• Move and transfer products between various sections of the warehouse as needed
• Use forklifts, pallet jacks, hand carts etc. to transfer and deliver goods
• Perform detailed manual inventory counts
• Label warehouse stock for quick and easy identification and retrieval
• Stack, shelve, and stage items for storage and shipment as necessary
• Fulfill and track outgoing orders
• Collect, prepare, package, and label goods for shipment
• Double-check items to verify accuracy of outgoing orders
• Operate floor sweeper
• Ensure tools and equipment are kept clean and in working order
• Report any equipment malfunctions or issues to upper management
• Follow all warehouse policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and regulations
• Wear protective clothing and equipment as required
• Operate tools and machinery safely and efficiently according to company protocol
• Work with other warehouse team members to effectively complete assigned tasks
• Duties related to Hazardous Waste Management

Candidate Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience with shipping/receiving hazardous materials
• Familiar with hazardous material manifesting requirements
• Previous warehouse experience preferred
• Forklift certification and/or ability to successfully complete forklift training
• Excellent verbal communicator
• Computer literate
• Familiar with common warehouse tools and equipment
• Thorough, alert, and detail-oriented
• Dependable and responsible
• Strong work ethic
• Comfortable working independently
• Makes safety a priority

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.