Material Handler III

Veolia • Greer, SC

7d

About The Position

Position Purpose: Responsible for performing a variety of routine hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks in the movement and processing of various waste in various container size/type. Tasks could include: Follow procedures & direction, perform manual labor, proper usage of PPE, operate mobile equipment (manual and powered), operate fixed / stationary equipment, loading & unloading containers, perform equipment inspections, identification of various container size/type, scanning container movements, consolidation of containers & material, staging containers in designated area, recognize markings & labels. Tasks will be performed on a daily basis in the designated processing area as assigned by Leads & Supervisors in order to meet processing objectives for material disposal.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to communicate through reading and writing
• Trained in the use of material handling equipment

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience of 2-3 years in similar field
• Forklift experience preferred
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred

Responsibilities

• Effectively performs in all areas of operations supporting the engineered fuel Program
• Ability to perform duties with minimal direct supervision
• Understand and follow procedures & processes
• Recognize various container size & type
• Recognize labels & markings
• Ability to utilize systems to create processing paperwork or labels
• Load and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers. etc.) using mechanical or manual means
• Use a variety of hand power tools
• Transport hazardous waste materials from storage facilities within the facility as directed.
• Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelines.
• Perform general housekeeping duties.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area.
• Inspection material handling equipment as directed.
• Ability to operate all equipment proficiently in primary wind blade process.
• Occasionally direct and oversee small teams to accomplish production targets.
• Operate and maintain REM process efficiently.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more.
• In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement.
• Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

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