Material Handler

Univar; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Retirement programs

Time off programs

Job summary

Univar is seeking a Material Handler in Romulus, Michigan to mix and package products while maintaining inventory. Responsibilities include handling hazardous materials, loading trucks with a forklift, and ensuring warehouse cleanliness.

This role requires physical stamina to lift heavy items and knowledge of safety protocols. As part of an inclusive team, you will be rewarded for contributions with competitive pay, health benefits, and a structured work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to procedures.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements applicable to the facility.
• Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Mix and package company products while maintaining inventory levels.
• Load and unload trucks using forklift.
• Ship and receive products as per company procedures.

Skills

Forklift operation

Knowledge of cGMP requirements

Ability to handle hazardous materials

Job description

Position Title

Material Handler

What You’ll Do

Mixes and packages Company products. Maintains inventory levels and assists in shipping and receiving products and materials in the warehouse.

• Performs manual warehouse duties as assigned or directed.
• 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 inspections and paperwork associated with shipping hazardous waste.
• Cleans and maintains warehouse 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
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility
• Ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment
• Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes, with training.
• Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:
• Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds
• Physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly
• Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Test negative on the company’s drug tests
• Exposure to fumes, dirt, noise and hazardous chemicals on a daily basis. May require safety equipment and/or precautions

Pay and 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; benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA if applicable

What you can expect

• Strongwork/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. Benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA if applicable
• Competitive pay and benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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] .