Material Handler

Bakelite Synthetics; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Bakelite Synthetics in the United States is seeking a Material Handler to safely operate industrial equipment, fill, palletize, and transport 50 lb bags used in chemical processes, while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

You will support production schedules, perform light maintenance, and follow safety protocols. The role requires a high school diploma, ability to lift 50 lbs, forklift qualification, and willingness to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must pass a respirator fit test and maintain compliance.
• Forklift qualification required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Fill up to 500 bags in an 8 hour shift.
• Stencil and palletize filled bags.
• Perform light maintenance including minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Perform housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe and productive work area.

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift qualification

Job description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM

At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today.

We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands.

Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World.

It’s Better with Bakelite.

Material Handler: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World

• In this role you will safely operate industrial equipment to fill, palletize, and transport 50 lb. bags used in chemical processes.
• You’ll conduct routine checks and light maintenance, including minor repairs and equipment adjustments, to ensure smooth operations.
• In this role you will follow safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area to support efficient production.
• You’ll collaborate with team members to meet production schedules and resolve any equipment issues quickly.

It’s Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You

• You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it.
• We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development.
• Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet.
• Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities.
• We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career.
• Located in the southern tip of the state, Riegelwood is a small North Carolina town within 30 minutes west of Wilmington.
• Our local Bakelite team is proud of its commitment to safety. We recently celebrated nine years with no recordable injuries – a major milestone for a chemical manufacturing company.
• Riegelwood is a short drive from lots of picturesque coastal communities, including Carolina Beach and Myrtle Beach. Wilmington is also a popular nearby destination, with lots of cultural attractions and historical sites to explore.
• With the Wilmington International Airport close by, you can easily hop a flight to anywhere in the world.

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

Here are your primary responsibilities:

• Fill up to 500 bags in an 8 hour shift.
• Stencil and palletize filled bags.
• Perform light maintenance including minor repairs and adjustment to equipment.
• Perform housekeeping tasks and other duties to maintain an organized, clean, safe and productive work area.

What is Needed to be Successful in this Role

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to pass a respirator fit test and maintain compliance.
• Ability to drive a forklift and obtain forklift qualification. Equipment training and certification are provided free of cost.
• Willing and able to work multiple schedules, such as swing shifts and combinations of 12-hours and 8-hours, day and night shifts.
• Ability to perform arithmetic operations quickly and accurately.
• Ability and willingness to work in outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to work on your feet, walking and standing, for extended periods of time.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Afficiative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.