Warehouse Operator- 1st Shift

Hydrite; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Profit sharing

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

Hydrite Chemical Co. in Waterloo, IA is seeking a warehouse loader to support loading, unloading, labeling, and shipping of products. This full-time role operates Monday through Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm, and requires forklift experience as well as basic computer skills.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy in Infor system entries, and adherence to SOPs while maintaining a clean warehouse and supporting training requirements. Hydrite offers comprehensive benefits and a stable team environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift; previous experience required.
• Ability to operate tractor/trailer on Hydrite property.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
• During pre-employment, a drug screening will be required.

Responsibilities

• Unload incoming raw materials arriving by truck.
• Take samples of all incoming super sack raw materials.
• Load outbound van loads of finished goods.
• Line up common carriers shipments.
• Product labeling with Infor generated product ID labels.
• Ensure all paperwork is entered in the Infor system and kept up to date.
• Maintain a neat and clean warehouse at all times.
• Complete all web-based training before due date.
• Provide double check of product appearance and labeling before shipping to customer.

Skills

Forklift operation

Tractor/trailer operation

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

BENEFITS

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Two-Weeks starting front loaded PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

The primary purpose of this position is to load, unload, and warehouse product to ensure 100% customer satisfaction with both internal and external customers.

Hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 7:30am-4:00pm.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Unload incoming raw materials arriving by truck.
• Take samples of all incoming super sack raw materials.
• Load outbound van loads of finished goods.
• Line up common carriers shipments.
• Product labeling with Infor generated product ID labels.
• Make sure all paperwork is filled out and properly entered in the Infor system.
• Maintain neat and clean warehouse at all times.
• Complete all web-based training before the due date.
• Provide double check of product appearance and labeling before shipping to customer.Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers
• Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
• Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required. Review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliant.
• Maintain a customer oriented, professional attitude at all times.
• Maintain “Good Housekeeping” practices throughout the facility.
• Recommend changes in SOPP’s and process equipment where greater efficiency can be achieved.
• Responsible for compliance to all corporate and governmental regulations regarding safety and environmental issues.
• Works with other staff members to maintain workload balances. Provides back-up support, as necessary.
• Supports effective communication with all Hydrite departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the Warehouse Supervisor

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Ability to operate a forklift, previous experience required.
• Ability to operate tractor/trailer on Hydrite property.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
• During the pre-employment process, you will be required to complete a drug screening.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

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