Material Handler I

Veolia North America; West Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Material Handler I to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe handling and processing of various materials, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where teamwork and communication are key. You will operate essential equipment and tools while contributing to the efficient movement of materials. If you are looking for a stable, full-time position with a comprehensive benefits package, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• Responsible for loading and unloading materials safely.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe work environment and complies with safety policies.
• Loads/unloads materials and prepares them for shipment.

Skills

Material Handling

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Barcoding Scanners

Hand Tools

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Company Description

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. www.veolianorthamerica.com

Company Description

A subsidiary of Veolia group, Veolia North America (VNA) is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. VNA helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education, and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Mass., Veolia North America has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across the continent. www.veolianorthamerica.com

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Responsible for performing a variety of routine tasks in the movement and processing of hazardous and non hazardous materials including disassembly, sorting, packing, re-packing, and loading and unloading. Operates equipment such as lamp processors, distillation ovens, shredders, pallet trucks, forklifts, bailers, compactors, air compressors, and hand tools.

Primary Duties /Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe and compliant work environment at all times. Works safely and wears appropriate PPE for task.
• Complies with all environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.
• Loads and unloads various materials such as pallets, totes, drums, etc.
• Constructs packaging/boxes/containers and prepares for shipment.
• Uses a variety of hand tools such as impact wrenches, drum carts, and saws.
• Moves material within the facility using appropriate equipment such as hand trucks, hand pallet jack, forklifts, etc.
• Dismantles/sorts materials for recycling/disposal.
• Operates and performs routine inspections on recycling equipment.
• Prepares by-product materials for shipment.
• Assists in completing paperwork for processing/transportation of materials.
• Performs general housekeeping duties and maintains a clean, organized and safe work area.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education / Experience / Background:

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
  
  

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to learn and understand VNA-TS standard operating procedures, policies, and regulations
• Prior use of electronic equipment including barcoding scanners helpful
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to safely operate material handling equipment
• Ability to work well in team environment
  
  

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

• HAZWOPER Certification preferred
• Forklift Certification preferred
  
  

Additional Information

Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are 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 protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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