Material Handler

About the role

Rochester Midland Corporation (RMC) is a leading manufacturer and global supplier of specialty chemicals for food, sanitation, water treatment, legionella control, facility maintenance, restroom odor control and industrial cleaning. RMC is committed to developing sustainable solutions for health, productivity and the environment. RMC is looking for an experienced Material Handler for the Rochester, NY location.

Responsibilities

• Support blending staff by providing raw material chemicals and returning them to inventory.
• Complete daily forklift inspection checklist.
• Move packaging raw materials to appropriate areas.
• Perform inventory transactions on a handheld scanning device as needed.
• Use forklift attachments as needed.
• Remove finished goods from manufacturing lines; may stretch wrap or band products prior to transferring to warehouse.
• Remove finished goods from conveyor and place on appropriate skid.
• Confirm quantities of finished goods on skids before transferring to warehouse.
• Aid in unloading of raw materials with or without a forklift.
• Adhere to all safety, OSHA, and PPE requirements including proper respirator fit testing and usage.
• Maintain work area based on housekeeping procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Experience operating machinery is a plus.
• Manufacturing environment experience is a plus.
• Visual acuity necessary to read labels, tickets, etc.
• Proximity to chemicals, with potential exposure to chemicals and chemical odors.
• Proximity to forklift traffic.
• Occasional extra hours may be required.
• Lifting up to 55 lbs. is required.
• Required use of personal protective equipment which includes a cleanly shaved face for the respirator program.
• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Familiarity and compliance with all safety policies and procedures of the company.

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to be forklift certified by RMC.
• Ability to use a handheld scanning device.

Competencies

• Detail oriented.
• Action oriented.
• Critical thinking.
• Product knowledge.
• Technical skills.
• Drive for results.
• Effective communication (verbal & written).