Material Handler

AM BIDCO OPERATIONS LLC dba MOVA Metals•Freeport, TX

About The Position

The Material Handler supports the Warehouse Department by performing typical material-handling operations with minimal supervision. The role follows standard work methods and safe work practices to support efficient, safe production. Duties include preparing products for shipment, handling catalyst and other materials, maintaining equipment and work areas, keeping records, completing required training, and following safety and environmental regulations. The position requires familiarity with relevant equipment and tools, the ability to perform basic equipment setup and maintenance, and effective teamwork and communication. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three or more years of warehouse and/or chemical loading and unloading experience.
Forklift certification.
Familiarity with basic handheld tools and equipment, including front-end loaders, forklifts, cranes, scissor lifts, barrel grabbers, and portable air compressors.
Ability to perform basic setups and maintenance on the equipment and tools used.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to lift, pull, and push materials and equipment to complete assigned tasks.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, squat, kneel, and climb stairs or ladders for an entire shift.
Ability to pass a respirator fit test and an employment physical, including a drug and alcohol test.

Responsibilities

Weigh, label, and prepare products for shipment.
Unload catalyst railcars, roll-offs, and store bins from trucks; sample feed pads and store bins as required.
Keep the oil drain inside containment buildings unplugged and maintained.
Transfer and haul catalyst to containment buildings and the feed pad for plant operations.
Calculate pounds and kilograms for shipments.
Detect and report defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
Perform prescribed preventive maintenance and basic setup and maintenance on equipment and tools.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area and equipment, including housekeeping for safety and environmental maintenance and prevention.
Prepare and maintain records and reports.
Follow safety and environmental regulations and wear required safety gear and PPE.
Work as part of a team and follow written and verbal instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Complete assigned training, including OSHA, LOTO, DOT, HAZMAT, RCRA, site-specific training, and other required training or certifications.
Perform other duties as assigned.