Material Handler/Replenisher-Somerset, NJ.

DSM•Somerset, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Material Handler, you help keep production running safely and efficiently by ensuring raw materials are available when and where they are needed. The role manages inventory using automated forecasting systems, stages and transports materials throughout the facility, replenishes bulk storage and day tanks, and supports robotic and automated production processes. You will operate material-handling equipment and RF scanners while maintaining safe, orderly operations. The position involves moving full drums, totes, and pallet loads to production compounders; removing empties for recycling; maintaining high-use raw material stations; and maintaining inventory in bulk storage tanks and day tanks. Using the Fricke inventory management and forecasting system, you will coordinate with the Automation Operator to stage materials for robotic production, retrieve and off-load drums at the mezzanine, and pump materials into totes. You are expected to follow safety procedures and understand hazards associated with chemicals and powered vehicles. The hourly pay range is $20.00–$22.00. The company describes a comprehensive total rewards package that may include annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs, and other benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent (GED).
Three to five years of warehouse experience.
Forklift certification.
Ability to handle heavy materials, including drums, with a lifting requirement of up to 60 pounds.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong commitment to team environment dynamics.

Responsibilities

Move and stage full drums, totes, and pallet loads of materials for production compounders as needed.
Remove empty drums and totes from production and drop areas and place them in the recycling area.
Maintain high-use raw material stations, including the hot room, powder area, dispensing drum area, and manual-pour raw material areas.
Maintain proper inventory levels in three bulk storage tanks and refill them as needed using a portable pump.
Use the Fricke inventory management and forecasting system and coordinate with the Automation Operator to stage raw materials for efficient robotic production, including retrieving drums, staging them on a lift, and off-loading them at the mezzanine.
Use the Fricke inventory management and forecasting system to maintain proper inventory levels in 10 totes, or day tanks; bring materials to the mezzanine and pump raw materials into the totes.
Operate forklifts, hand trucks, drum lifts, elevators, and other material-handling equipment in accordance with safety rules and regulations.
Use and operate an RFK scanner.
Maintain a clean and safe work area and follow safety regulations and procedures, including awareness of chemical and powered-vehicle hazards.