Material Handler - Seneca

BASF Catalysts

10d•Onsite

About The Position

At BASF ECMS, you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. As a Material Handler, you will be responsible for shipping, receiving and the transfer of materials. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Being an integral part of the site safety culture. Responsible for maintaining certain areas of the plant from a safety and housekeeping perspective. Actively participate in site safety programs, such as attending and participating in safety meetings and making safety suggestions. Required to learn and be proficient in all standard operating procedures that apply to the position. Handle all material deliveries and movements between warehouse and operations. Handle the loading and unloading of drums, totes, and sacks by truckload quantities. Has a working knowledge of BOL and shipping paperwork to correctly and safely ship material from the warehouse to the customer. DOT and HazMat trained. Be proficient in hazard communication and DOT/OSHA requirements for chemical transportation, storage, and handling. Use the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform all necessary job functions within the process. This includes, but is not limited to, a full-face respirator with air filtration as a small part of the normal job tasks and a SCBA as part of the HAZWOPER team. Adhere to established safety, health and environmental policies and procedures. Participate in incident investigations. Accomplish day-to-day and recurring EHS activities. Proactive hazard recognition and recognition of EHS issues. Waste management activities. Proficient in general material handling requirements for storage and movement. Handle preparation of material for shipments: shrink wrapping, banding, labeling under supervision. Ability to work any shift. This is a 12 hour day shift opportunity, however the successful candidate will need to be able to work night shift when necessary.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED, required
Experience operating a forklift.
Strong safety mindset and work practices
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail – work with a high degree of accuracy

Responsibilities

Being an integral part of the site safety culture. Responsible for maintaining certain areas of the plant from a safety and housekeeping perspective.
Actively participate in site safety programs, such as attending and participating in safety meetings and making safety suggestions.
Learn and be proficient in all standard operating procedures that apply to the position.
Handle all material deliveries and movements between warehouse and operations.
Handle the loading and unloading of drums, totes, and sacks by truckload quantities.
Have a working knowledge of BOL and shipping paperwork to correctly and safely ship material from the warehouse to the customer.
Be DOT and HazMat trained and proficient in hazard communication and DOT/OSHA requirements for chemical transportation, storage, and handling.
Use the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform all necessary job functions within the process, including a full-face respirator with air filtration and a SCBA as part of the HAZWOPER team.
Adhere to established safety, health and environmental policies and procedures.
Participate in incident investigations.
Accomplish day-to-day and recurring EHS activities.
Proactive hazard recognition and recognition of EHS issues.
Waste management activities.
Be proficient in general material handling requirements for storage and movement.
Handle preparation of material for shipments: shrink wrapping, banding, labeling under supervision.
Ability to work any shift, including night shift when necessary.