Material Handler I Job

Arkema; Chatham (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical industry is seeking a Material Handler I to assist in operations at their Chatham facility. The role involves packaging products, charging raw materials, and participating in safety programs. Candidates should have a strong commitment to safety and teamwork, with a minimum of a high school diploma. Experience in manufacturing is preferred.

Qualifications

• One to two years’ manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Label containers and package finished products.
• Charge raw materials for reactions as directed.
• Participate in emergency response and training.

Skills

Teamwork

Commitment to Safety

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Location: Chatham

Job Title: MATERIAL HANDLER I (Production)

SITUATION IN ORGANIZATION

Reports directly to the Operations Manager, indirectly to the Shift Lead.

JOB DIMENSIONS

Perform specific field duties and assist operations in the Monomer and Oligomer Plants.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Properly label containers, then package finished monomer and oligomer product in either drums or totes.
• Charge raw materials to reactions for monomer and/or oligomer as directed by Shift Lead.
• Assist in other operations in the plant as directed.
• In the event of a plant emergency, participate in the emergency response as directed, and be a member of the ERT.
• When necessary, assist with training of new drummers.
• Take samples as directed by board operator for testing.
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment as required.
• Actively participate in plant Behavior Based Safety program.
• Report any HES incidents and, as appropriate, participate in incident investigations.

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

• Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
• Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.)
• Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents
• Manufacturing environment with chemical, physical, ergonomic and electrical hazards. Work includes a variety of physical and biological conditions including, but not limited to, proximity to moving mechanical parts and powered industrial trucks, exposure to hot work or steam, working at heights, working with sharp tools and exposure to slip hazards and wet areas.
• Work is primarily performed in the manufacturing complex; however, worker is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.

• Worker is subject to atmospheric conditions, including, but not limited to, exposure to dust, chemicals, and odors.
• Works with or around hazardous substances.
• Work requires use of protective clothing and equipment.
• Scheduled hours may vary in shifts and length.
• Noise level in the work environment is below the OSHA permissible exposure limits.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS /WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum high school graduate or GED
• One to two years’ manufacturing experience preferred

DEMONSTRATED COMPETENCIES

• Strong commitment to safety
• Teamwork and cooperation: readily share information and knowledge. Seek to understand and build on differing perspectives of others to enhance team efficiency and quality outcomes