Warehouse Operator

Brenntag • Chicago, IL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution. As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future. For more information, please visit www.brenntag.com

Requirements

• Must have a High school education or GED
• Must clear a security background check
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently
• Must pass math skills test
• Must have strong communication skills
• Must have dependable transportation
• Must be able to stand on feet up to 75% of the day.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading trailers and tankers
• Operating electronic scales, filling product into various sized containers, blending product, labeling containers, and palletizing product.
• Operate a lift truck.
• May be responsible for driving the yard spotter truck and positioning trailers as needed.
• May have to manually maneuver full 55-gallon drums weighing several hundred pounds.
• The warehouse employee is outdoors from 10% to 75% of the time. Including the extreme weather conditions that can occur.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

What This Job Offers

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