Material Handler - Hopewell

Advansix; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Hopewell, VA is seeking a Material Handler to support Marine Operations, handling ammonium sulfate shipments, unloading raw materials by barge and railcar, and operating material handling equipment.

Responsibilities include loading barge/vessel, transferring materials, operating forklifts, payloader, bobcat, and conveyors; snow removal; vehicle operation; and safety with PPE. High school diploma and valid driver's license required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Ammonium Sulfate Barge/Vessel loading.
• Transfer of raw materials from storage to other operating areas.
• Operate large valves and pumps on occasion.
• Unloading raw materials by vessel, truck, and railcar.
• Docking of barges/vessels.
• Snow removal (Plant wide) using equipment.
• Bobcat and forklift operation.
• Marine Operations pad operation and cleaning.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Reading and writing

Organizing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Bobcat

Payloader

Conveyor system operation

Job description

Position Summary: The Material Handler receives work assignments from the area chief and/or FLS (First Line Supervisor) who is responsible for the direction and assignments of job tasks associated with the Marine Operations area of the plant. Marine Operations handles marine shipments of Ammonium Sulfate, unloading raw materials by barge and railcar, and the operation of material handling equipment, including chemical storage operations at the facility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ammonium Sulfate Barge/Vessel loading
• Ammonium sulfate cleaning and housekeeping in Marine Operations and related areas
• Transfer of raw materials from storage to other operating areas
• Operating large valves and pumps on occasion
• Raw material unloading by vessel, truck, and railcar
• Docking of barges/vessels
• Overweight and underweight commercial truck weight adjustments
• Payloader inspections and general payloader operation
• Snow removal (Plant wide) including the use of pay loaders, shovels, and other equipment
• Bobcat and forklift operation
• Customer truck and North Side truck loading
• Marine Operations pad operation and cleaning
• Conveyor system operation and cleaning
• Safely operator all vehicles and other job-related equipment
• Support and enforce all corporate, facility and department policies
• Subject to 12-hour rotating shifts
• Must be flexible to changing priorities and willing to handle emergencies

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license

Additional Qualifications:

• To be successful in this position you must rate highly in the following capabilities or traits: Interpersonal skills, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, reading, writing, speaking, mathematics, organizing and innovation
• Able to perform duties wearing required PPE
• Computer Competency

The hourly rate for this position is $20.91