Material Handler - Truck Loader

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Material Handling & Loading Operations
• Safely load and unload bulk tanker trucks, railcars, totes, and drums.
• Packaging, labeling, and preparing finished products according to established specifications.
• Handling and transporting raw materials and chemicals in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Operating forklifts and other material handling equipment (certification required).
• Offloading empty containers and assisting with staging and storage of materials.
• Documentation & Quality Control
• Accurately completing and maintaining required documentation, including Bills of Lading, Certificates of Compliance, batch records, and packaging counts.
• Recording process data and maintaining production logs.
• Collecting and managing retain samples for quality testing and storage.
• Ensuring all work meets company quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Safety & Compliance
• Adhering to all plant safety policies, OSHA regulations, and environmental standards.
• Properly using and maintaining required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Following established procedures for handling hazardous materials.
• Conducting routine safety audits, inspections, and housekeeping checks of work areas and equipment.
• Immediately reporting safety hazards, incidents, or equipment deficiencies.
• Equipment, Operation & Maintenance
• Performing daily inspections of forklifts and plant equipment.
• Reporting maintenance issues and submitting work requests as needed.
• Assisting with cleaning and maintenance of equipment, including tanks and loading systems.
• Maintaining cleanliness of work areas, including loading zones and processing equipment.
• Process Improvement & Operations Support
• Supporting plant operations through general labor and cross-functional assistance.
• Collaborating with supervisors and team members to identify and implement process improvements.
• Assisting with troubleshooting operational issues and improving workflow efficiency.
• Communicating effectively across shifts to ensure continuity of operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 6 months of experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or manufacturing.
• Forklift certification required (or ability to obtain within 14–30 days of hire).
• Ability to safely handle chemicals and operate basic plant equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs. regularly throughout the shift.
• Ability to stand and remain active for 60–90% of the shift.
• Capable of working in physically demanding conditions, including:
• Confined spaces
• Elevated platforms and ladders
• Hot, dusty, and variable indoor/outdoor environments
• Ability to perform tasks such as bending, climbing, sweeping, and shoveling.
• Willingness to work in varying weather conditions and plant environments.