Material Handler

Univar Solutions•Memphis, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of daily lives, from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials. With a global team of more than 9,500 employees, Univar Solutions aims to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet. The company supports sustainable solutions and is committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion, providing development and growth opportunities. Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to company procedures and governmental regulations
Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility
Ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment
Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes, with training.
Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds
Physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly
Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
Test negative on the company’s drug tests

Responsibilities

Performs manual warehouse duties as assigned or directed.
Loads and unloads company trucks, common carriers and customer vehicles using forklift and other required equipment.
Ships and receives products according to company’s procedures and requirements.
Assists in the maintenance of the warehouse facility.
Serves on company’s in-plant or off-site emergency response team.
Places hazardous materials or waste into appropriate containers.
Receives, unloads and places into storage hazardous waste received from off-site generators; completes inspections and paperwork associated with receiving and storing hazardous waste.
Properly manages hazardous waste while inside container storage area or otherwise under company responsibility or controls.
Prepares for shipment and loads hazardous waste destined for off-site recycling/disposal facilities; completes inspections and paperwork associated with shipping hazardous waste.
Cleans and maintains warehouse and equipment.
Adheres to company quality processes, as applicable.
Assists to resolve product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner, as applicable.
Performs all other duties as required.
Complies with all company policies, rules and guidelines.