Material Handler – Chemical Plant (Employee-Owned)

HARCROS CHEMICALS; Detroit Park (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Competitive pay & bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits and ESOP

Job summary

Harcros Chemicals is seeking a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials across the facility, operating forklifts and handling chlorine cylinders in safe, regulated procedures. The role supports production and bleach operations, maintains accurate records, and upholds stringent safety standards in a heavy industrial environment.

Qualified candidates typically have a high school diploma or equivalent, some related experience, and the ability to read instructions and math-based tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 1–3 months related manufacturing, warehouse, plant operations, or material handling experience.
• Ability to operate a forklift and other material handling equipment, or ability to obtain required certification.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and work orders.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, percentages, and measurements.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Strong attention to safety and ability to work with hazardous materials and chemicals in accordance with established procedures.
• Preferred: Previous experience in chemical manufacturing, distribution, or industrial operations.
• Experience handling hazardous materials or hazardous waste.
• Experience with chlorine filling operations, hydrostatic testing, or bleach production.
• Emergency response training or experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience performing minor equipment repairs or adjustments.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, transport and store materials and products throughout the facility.
• Operate forklifts, industrial trucks, hoists, and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret work orders and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Move materials from storage and work areas to designated locations.
• Perform chlorine filling operations and hydrostatic testing of chlorine cylinders.
• Support bleach production processes.
• Respond to chlorine-related emergencies in accordance with site emergency response procedures.
• Assist with hazardous waste handling, storage, inspections, documentation, and spill response activities.
• Prepare and maintain hazardous waste records, including manifests, inspection logs, waste determinations, and other required reports.
• Count, weigh, and record materials handled and production activity.
• Lift and move materials manually or with mechanical equipment.
• Clean work areas, machinery, and equipment to maintain a safe and organized facility.
• Perform basic equipment adjustments and minor repairs, such as realigning belts and replacing rollers.
• Comply with all safety, environmental, and operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Basic math

Reading instructions

Communication skills

Manual handling

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma, GED

Job description

Harcros Chemicals is seeking a Material Handler to load, unload, and move materials across the facility, operating forklifts and handling chlorine cylinders in safe, regulated procedures. The role supports production and bleach operations, maintains accurate records, and upholds stringent safety standards in a heavy industrial environment.

Qualified candidates typically have a high school diploma or equivalent, some related experience, and the ability to read instructions and math-based tasks.