Material Handler II Job

Arkema Inc; Chatham (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc. in Chatham, Virginia seeks a Material Handler II for Warehouse to efficiently receive, store, and distribute materials within the facility. You will help ensure accurate inventory, safety, and quality compliance while maintaining organized storage areas.

Expect a Monday–Friday shift from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED; 1–2 years in manufacturing or warehouse roles; forklift and high-rise experience and SAP familiarity are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years manufacturing or warehouse experience.
• Forklift and high-rise experience.
• SAP experience or familiarity with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload materials, verify quantities and COAs.
• Label and place materials in correct locations using barcodes.
• Move finished products to storage and support shipping processes.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Forklift

High-rise forklift

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Material Handler II for Warehouse

JOB LOCATION:

Chatham, Virginia

SHIFT SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Material Handler is responsible for efficiently receiving, storing, and distributing materials, products, and equipment within the facility.

• Ensures accurate inventory management, timely movement of goods, and adherence to safety and quality standards
• Maintains organized, compliant storage areas
• Collaborates with team members across operations, warehouse, and production to support seamless workflow
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Receiving:

• Receive and unload non-bulk raw materials, Stock Transport Orders (STOs), and plant supplies; verify quantities, packing lists, and Certificates of Analysis (COAs)
• Receive materials into the computer system, label packages with barcodes, and place in correct locations
• Transfer finished products from production to storage
• Prepare samples for Quality Control testing as required

Shipping:

• Pull products from storage locations using pick lists
• Prepare products for shipment, including capping, banding, labeling, and other customer-specific requirements
• Print shipping documents and load shipments while verifying material, quantities, and carrier information
• Repackage or relabel products as needed and complete all transactions
• Take product samples as required by shipping instructions

General / Miscellaneous:

• Perform equipment safety checks and follow all safety protocols using proper personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Participate in Emergency Response Team duties and plant Behavior-Based Safety programs
• Report Health, Environment, Safety (HES) incidents and assist in investigations when appropriate
• Utilize warehouse management barcode scanners for accurate tracking of materials
• Assist with sample preparation, bottling operations, inventory cycle counts, and other plant operations as needed

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / TECHNICAL SKILLS / BEHAVORIAL SKILLS:

• Minimum High School graduate or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / TECHNICAL SKILLS / BEHAVORIAL SKILLS:

• One to two years' manufacturing experience
• Fork truck and high-rise experience
• One to two years' warehouse experience
• Computer skills, including Microsoft platforms and SAP

REPORTING STRUCTURE:

• Kathryn Watlington, Hiring Manager
• No direct reports

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

• $26.27 hourly
• Access our employee benefits information here: https://benefits.arkema.com/

WORKPLACE TYPE:

On-site

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

No travel requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works in a manufacturing environment with chemical, physical, ergonomic, and electrical hazards
• Job duties may include exposure to moving mechanical parts, powered industrial trucks, hot work or steam, working at heights, sharp tools, and slip or wet hazard; walking, talking, hearing, and seeing
• Work is primarily performed inside the manufacturing complex but may also include exposure to outside environmental conditions
• Worker may be exposed to dust, chemicals, odors, and other atmospheric conditions
• Handles or works around hazardous substances following proper safety protocols
• Must obtain high-rise certification and complete training in certain federal and international regulations
• Work requires the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
• Scheduled hours may include extended hours as needed
• Noise levels in the work environment remain below OSHA permissible exposure limits