Operations Support Technician (EHS and Logistics)

Cree LED, Inc.; Durham (NC); Presencial; USD 30 000 - 36 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

401k plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

Resumo da oferta

Cree LED, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Operations Support Technician in Durham, NC, to help with logistics, safety, and administrative tasks on a Monday–Friday on-site schedule.

You will handle shipments, SAP transactions, and safety duties while learning complex systems in a collaborative team environment. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to safety protocols, and hands-on duties with hazardous materials handling and equipment operation.

Qualificações

• Reliability and punctuality to support emergency response and shipping deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail to manage inventory and maintain documentation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Planning, Procurement, and R&D.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and handle 55-gallon drums using appropriate moving equipment.
• Ability to wear all required PPE (including respirators and chemical-resistant gear) without restriction when performing safety or response duties.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain an organized warehouse using 5S standards to ensure a clean and efficient workspace.
• Process domestic and international shipments using FedEx software with accurate labeling and documentation.
• Execute SAP transactions including Goods Receipts, STOs, Purchase Orders, and Service Confirmations.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to confirm timely receipt and proper staging of materials.
• Follow guidelines for packaging and labeling hazardous materials for shipping by land and air.
• Safely move drums and heavy containers using pallet jacks and drum dollies.
• Support EHS daily contract safety walks and facility audits with the EHS Manager.
• Assist with labeling waste streams and maintaining hazardous waste areas per regulations.
• Log safety inspections and compliance data using Brightly software.

Conhecimentos

Reliability

Punctuality

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

PPE usage

Safety awareness

Ferramentas

SAP

FedEx shipping platforms

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Cree LED, a Penguin Solutions brand, offers one of the industry’s broadest portfolios of application-optimized LED chips and components, leading the industry in performance and reliability. With more than 35 years of innovation, our strong IP portfolio and unique business model ensures supply chain continuity. We deliver best-in-class technology and breakthrough solutions for focused applications in high power and mid-power general lighting, horticulture, specialty lighting and video screens. For more information, visit cree-led.com.

Job Overview

This is an entry-level hybrid role designed for a motivated, reliable individual looking to build a career in facility safety (EHS) and logistics operations. As an Operations Support Technician, you will assist with the physical and digital movement of goods while helping maintain a secure and compliant workplace. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with a customer-service mindset who is eager to learn complex systems and works well in a team-oriented environment. This is an onsite Monday–Friday role, scheduled from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, with occasional weekday on-call responsibilities to address urgent safety and shipping needs.

Responsibilities

Logistics and Warehouse Support

• Maintain an organized and efficient warehouse by using 5S standards (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to ensure a clean and efficient workspace.
• Process domestic and international shipments using FedEx software, ensuring accurate labeling, proper HTS codes, and required documentation.
• Execute daily SAP transactions, including Goods Receipts, Stock Transport Orders (STOs), Purchase Orders, and Service Confirmations.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely receipt, verification, and proper staging of incoming materials.
• Follow strict guidelines for the specialized packaging and labeling required for shipping hazardous materials by land and air.
• Safely move industrial drums and heavy containers using appropriate equipment such as pallet jacks and drum dollies.

EHS and Emergency Response Support

• Act as a peer mentor on the floor, promoting a culture of safety by guiding and educating employees on proper material handling and PPE usage in a constructive, non-confrontational manner.
• Join the EHS Manager in daily contractor safety walks and facility audits to help identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Serve as an active member of the ERT, responding to onsite medical emergencies and leading chemical spill cleanups.
• Assist with labeling waste streams and maintaining hazardous waste accumulation areas in compliance with RCRA and DOT regulations.
• Serve as a backup point of contact for DEQ and other government inspectors during site visits.

Administrative and Digital Tracking

• Maintain safety logs, shipping reports, and inventory data using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Utilize Brightly software to log safety inspections and manage facility compliance data.
• Ensure all hazardous waste manifests and regulatory documents are accurately filed and tracked digitally.

Training and Professional Development

We are committed to professional growth. Comprehensive training will be provided for all specialized systems and certifications, including:

• SAP logistics modules and FedEx shipping platforms.
• IATA Dangerous Goods Certification (Required within 90 days).
• RCRA and DOT Hazardous Materials certifications.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification.

Qualifications

• Reliability and punctuality to support emergency response and shipping deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail to manage inventory and maintain documentation.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Planning, Procurement, and R&D.
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and handle 55-gallon drums using appropriate moving equipment
• Ability to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (including respirators and chemical-resistant gear) without restriction when performing safety or response duties.

Location

This role requires on-site work at our Durham, NC campus.

Travel

None

Compensation & Benefits

The base pay range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position in North Carolina is $22-26 per hour; the pay ultimately offered may vary based on business considerations, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and education. The position is bonus-eligible, and there are medical, dental, and vision benefits available. There is a 401k saving plan and other benefits, such as Paid Time Off, Life Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Plan.

Inclusion and Belonging Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces differences and fosters belonging for all.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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