Material Handler / Chemical Shipping Specialist

FLIR Systems, Inc.; Lewisburg (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated is seeking a Material Handler / Chemical Shipping Specialist to ensure safe receipt, storage, handling, packaging and shipment of hazardous materials. You will prepare shipments, maintain inventory accuracy and adhere to DOT, IATA, IMDG and EPA regulations.

The role supports manufacturing operations with accurate records and on-time delivery while complying with safety policies. Strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years shipping, receiving, warehouse or material handling experience (preferred).
• Experience handling chemicals or hazardous materials preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT hazardous material shipping regulations required.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and shipping software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials and chemicals.
• Store materials per procedures and safety requirements.
• Package and label shipments per DOT, IATA, IMDG rules.
• Create shipping documents including bills of lading, packing lists, export docs.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and conduct cycle counts.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Coordinate with production, purchasing, quality, and service to ensure material availability.
• Follow environmental, health, and safety procedures for hazmat.

Skills

Shipping experience

Hazardous materials handling

DOT regulations

ERP systems

Office software

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent and teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Hazardous materials shipping certification (pursuing)

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

ERP systems

Shipping software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Job Purpose The Material Handler / Chemical Shipping Specialist is responsible for the safe receipt, storage, handling, packaging, documentation, and shipment of raw materials, chemicals, finished goods, and related inventory. This position ensures compliance with company policies, DOT, IATA, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulations governing the transportation and handling of hazardous materials. The role supports manufacturing operations by maintaining accurate inventory records, preparing shipments, and ensuring materials are available when required.

Responsibilities

As a member of the Materials Team, you will be responsible for supporting manufacturing and customer delivery requirements through effective inventory control, material movement, and shipping activities. Special emphasis is placed on the proper handling, packaging, labeling, documentation, and transportation of chemicals and hazardous materials. The successful candidate will maintain regulatory compliance while ensuring on-time delivery performance and inventory accuracy. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to safety.

Duties

• Receive, inspect, verify, and process incoming materials and chemicals.
• Store materials in designated locations in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials to production areas as required.
• Prepare domestic and international shipments in compliance with applicable shipping regulations.
• Package hazardous and non-hazardous materials according to DOT, IATA, IMDG, and company requirements.
• Create and maintain shipping documentation including bills of lading, packing lists, export documentation, hazard declarations, and safety records.
• Verify proper labeling and marking of chemical shipments.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through material transactions and cycle counting activities.
• Operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Coordinate with production, purchasing, quality, and customer service personnel to ensure material availability and shipment readiness.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate shortages or discrepancies.
• Follow all environmental, health, and safety procedures related to hazardous materials handling.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure proper chemical storage requirements are followed.
• Support waste management and chemical disposal activities in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on shipping efficiency, inventory accuracy, and workplace safety.
• Maintain clean and organized warehouse and shipping areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of shipping, receiving, warehouse, or material handling experience preferred.
• Experience handling chemicals or hazardous materials preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT hazardous material shipping regulations required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain hazardous materials shipping certification.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, inventory transactions, and shipping software.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Physical Requirements

Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach throughout the workday. Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment. Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and other protective devices as required. Ability to work in warehouse, manufacturing, and shipping environments.

Working Conditions

Exposure to manufacturing and warehouse environments. Regular handling of chemicals and hazardous materials. May require specialized training and certification for hazardous material shipping. Occasional overtime may be required to support business needs.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

You may not realize it, but Teledyne enables many of the products and services you use every day. Teledyne provides enabling technologies to sense, transmit and analyze information for industrial growth markets, including aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, energy, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.