Material Handler - Phoenix (S 27th)

Univar Solutions • Phoenix, AZ

58d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Material Handler to manage the movement, storage, and transfers of raw materials and finished goods across our facility. In this role, you will be directly responsible for high-volume logistics, including loading/unloading bulk tank trucks, unloading railcars, and moving train cars within our railyard. The ideal candidate prioritizes a strong sense of personal responsibility to maintain a zero-incident safety culture while meeting production deadlines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass certification for forklifts and specialized railyard switching equipment.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb railcar ladders, work at heights, and operate outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong reading comprehension and mathematical skills to verify shipping manifests and calculate tank capacities.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in industrial material handling, chemical processing, or railyard logistics preferred.
• Proven experience handling bulk liquid/dry transfers via tank trucks and railcars preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely load and unload bulk chemical/liquid tank trucks, ensuring correct hookups, venting, and weight distribution.
• Connect, monitor, and disconnect railcar transfer lines (pumps, hoses, and manifolds) to safely transfer bulk materials into storage silos or tanks.
• Assist in or directly execute the safe switching, spotting, and moving of train cars within the facility railyard using specialized switching equipment.
• Operate heavy machinery, including forklifts, trackmobiles, and yard trucks, to transport materials throughout the plant.
• Perform and document daily regulatory, environmental, and facility safety inspections in accordance with OSHA, DOT, and EPA standards.
• Conduct routine checks on personal protective equipment (PPE) and emergency station gear (eyewash stations, safety showers) to ensure 100% compliance and operational readiness.
• Follow strict procedural checklists for hazardous material handling and spill prevention.
• Take personal ownership of your safety and the safety of your team by actively identifying hazards and stopping unsafe work operations immediately.
• Maintain accurate, legible paperwork and digital logs for all material transfers, seal numbers, and weight verifications.
• Arrive on time for shifts, manage tasks with minimal supervision, and take pride in maintaining a clean, organized work area (5S standard).

Benefits

• Targeted annual company bonus
• Annual salary reviews
• Union benefits vary in accordance with the respective CBA
• Competitive pay
• Competitive benefits
• Market aligned pay and incentives
• Diverse benefits offering to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing

What This Job Offers

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