Material Handler - 12-Hour Rotating Shifts, Forklift Ready

Advansix; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Health savings account

Disability & life insurance

Employee assistance program

Stock purchase eligibility

Job summary

AdvanSix in Mechanicsville, VA is hiring a Material Handler to load, store, and ship materials in a 12-hour rotating shift environment. You will operate forklifts, follow 5S and safety standards, and participate in outages and training.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and ability to pass background checks and drug screening. You will join a team dedicated to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement with competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma/GED.
• Must be willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift environment that includes holidays, weekends, and required overtime.
• Proficiency with a computer, including Word and Excel.
• Must be able to complete a background check and drug test successfully.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Must be willing and able to work in a team environment.
• Must meet minimum physical requirements needed to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to safely wear, utilize, and operate all required personal protective equipment (PPE) according to manufacturer specifications.

Responsibilities

• Loading, warehousing, and shipping of tankers, boxes, sacks and overseas bulk containers by using various processes (manual and mechanical)
• Participate in AdvanSix OS (Operating System) principles, i.e. Standard Work, 5S, Continuous Improvement, etc.
• Obtain a fork lift license
• Participate in scheduled and unscheduled outages
• Train unqualified Material Handlers
• Additional responsibilities as needed

Skills

12-hour rotating shift

Teamwork

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Safety PPE adherence

Background check

Willingness to learn

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fork truck (forklift)

Job description

AdvanSix in Mechanicsville, VA is hiring a Material Handler to load, store, and ship materials in a 12-hour rotating shift environment. You will operate forklifts, follow 5S and safety standards, and participate in outages and training.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and ability to pass background checks and drug screening. You will join a team dedicated to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement with competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.