Material Handler - Phoenix, AZ

Univar Solutions USA Inc; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Univar Solutions USA Inc in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a warehouse associate responsible for mixing and packaging company products, maintaining inventory, and handling shipping/receiving tasks. Forklift operation and adherence to safety procedures are essential.

The role requires experience with SAP, knowledge of hazardous materials handling, and compliance with cGMP-like safety standards. You will join an inclusive team focused on efficient distribution and safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift per procedures
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP at the facility
• Ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment
• Experience learning safe handling of hazardous materials and wastes

Responsibilities

• Mixes and packages company products and maintains inventory levels.
• Assists in shipping and receiving products and materials in the warehouse.
• Loads and unloads trucks and customer vehicles using forklift and other equipment.
• Ships and receives products per company procedures.
• Maintains warehouse facility and adheres to quality processes.
• Handles hazardous materials or waste and completes related paperwork.
• Supports in resolving product quality issues and works within company policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hazardous materials handling

SAP

cGMP knowledge

Respiratory protection

Inventory management

Shipping & receiving

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Compliance

Tools

SAP

Job description

A Place Where People Matter.

Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Mixes and packages company products. Maintains inventory levels and assists in shipping and receiving products and materials in the warehouse.
• Performs manual warehouse duties as assigned or advised.
• Loads and unloads company trucks, common carriers and customer vehicles using forklift and other required equipment.
• Ships and receives products according to company's procedures and requirements.
• Assists in the maintenance of the warehouse facility.
• Serves on company's in-plant or off-site emergency response team.
• Places hazardous materials or waste into appropriate containers.
• Receives, unloads and places into storage hazardous waste received from off-site generators; completes inspections and paperwork associated with receiving and storing hazardous waste.
• Accurately handles hazardous waste while inside container storage area or otherwise under company responsibility or controls.
• Prepares for shipment and loads hazardous waste destined for off-site recycling/disposal facilities; completes duties associated with shipping hazardous waste.
• Cleans and maintains warehouse and equipment.
• Adheres to company quality processes, as applicable.
• Assists to resolve product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner, as applicable. Performs all other duties as required.
• Aligns with all company policies, rules and guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds.
• Physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly.
• Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Test negative on the company's drug tests.
• Exposure to fumes, dirt, noise and hazardous chemicals daily. May require safety equipment and/or precautions.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to company procedures and governmental regulations
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility
• Ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment
• Ability to learn accurate methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes, with training.
• Experience using SAP

WHERE YOU'LL WORK:

• 50 S 45th Avenue, Phoenix, 85043

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company.
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews; union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].