Warehouse Operator I

Evonik•Hopewell, VA

About The Position

The Warehouse Operator rotates through all warehouse functions, including order picking, putaways, order preparation, and shipping and receiving. The role follows ISO procedures throughout warehouse operations and performs functions in SAP’s Warehouse Management module. It requires knowledge of IATA, IMDG, and 49 CFR hazardous-material shipping regulations and consistent adherence to company safety standards. The position processes and ships customer orders, receives inbound freight, stages materials for production, and maintains inventory accuracy using SAP and warehouse technology. It also supports a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by following procedures, using required personal protective equipment, and reporting incidents and unsafe conditions. The starting rate is $19.46 per hour. Evonik offers benefits subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines; compensation and benefits may vary based on individualized factors.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Knowledge of and/or experience with computer applications.
Basic math skills.
Ability to physically lift 50 pounds and manipulate packages of 115 pounds.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of experience in all phases of warehouse operations preferred.
Forklift certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Process order picks in SAP by grouping and selecting orders accurately and on time to meet shipping requirements.
Complete stock putaways and stage materials by moving raw materials to production areas and placing finished goods in assigned warehouse bins.
Prepare customer orders for shipment according to specifications, including labeling, documentation, secondary audits, and truck loading when required.
Receive inbound freight by matching deliveries to open purchase orders and recording receipts in SAP.
Maintain inventory accuracy through daily SAP checks, inventory counts, reconciliation, and correction of warehouse discrepancies.
Execute shipping activities by conducting final audits, posting goods issues in SAP, and verifying that outbound orders ship on schedule.
Use warehouse technology and follow compliance requirements, including SAP warehouse-management functions, RF/barcode scanners, ISO procedures, and hazardous-material shipping regulations.
Maintain a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by following operating procedures, using required PPE, reporting incidents and unsafe conditions, and supporting continuous safety improvement.