Material Handler/Replenisher-Somerset, NJ.

dsm-firmenich•Hillsborough Township, NJ

4d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler/Replenisher helps keep production running safely and efficiently by ensuring raw materials are available where and when 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. The position operates material-handling equipment and inventory scanners while maintaining safe, organized work areas and following procedures for handling chemicals and powered vehicles.

Requirements

High school degree or GED equivalency required.
3–5 years of warehouse experience required.
Forklift certification required.
Ability to handle heavy materials, including drums weighing 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, in partnership with the Automation Operator, to stage raw materials for efficient robot operation, 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, also called 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 adhere to safety regulations and procedures, including understanding hazards associated with chemicals and powered vehicles.