1st Shift Hazardous Material Handler

Henkel group • Mentor, OH

5d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with Henkel's Adhesive Technologies business unit, focusing on empowering people to transform industries and provide customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. The role involves learning new skills, advancing in career, and making an impact.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in operating forklifts and material handling equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently while communicating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Physically capable and safety-focused, with willingness to obtain and maintain required certifications (e.g., OSHA, RCRA, Hazmat).

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience in chemical handling, hazardous waste, and industrial safety practices.
• Additional ISO and regulatory experience as a plus.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle, label, store, and prepare hazardous waste and recycling materials in full compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Maintain accurate and compliant records for waste management and air permit requirements (e.g., waste tracking, air units, dust collectors).
• Coordinate and perform safe offloading of bulk materials (solvents and polymers), including equipment setup, monitoring, and documentation.
• Inspect, organize, and maintain storage areas, tanks, and recycling zones to meet safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
• Support operations through communication, equipment use, spill response, safety training, and reporting of hazards or irregularities.

Benefits

• Affordable health insurance plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1.
• Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time.
• 401k matching.
• Employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Service awards.
• Student loan reimbursement.
• 12-week gender-neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth).
• Fertility support.
• Adoption & surrogacy reimbursement.
• Discounted child and elderly care.
• Scholarships.
• Skill development programs.
• Promotional opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED