Position Summary

The Warehouse Specialist (WHS) is responsible for performing various Hazardous Material (HM) management tasks in support of the Chemical Management Services (CMS) contract including material offloading, receiving and inspection, data base entry, labeling, delivery, storage, inventory, and material handling equipment.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Operate forklift.
• Review paperwork from deliveries and follow the proper Receiving procedure to include labelling and correct bin storage or dock delivery location.
• Check documents for compliance with DOT Regulations and prepare additional documentation when necessary.
• Work with Chemico Team on all requests for replenishment of stock.
• Inventory all stock products monthly and participate in inventory reconciliation program.
• Facilitates the receipt and dispersal of materials entering or leaving warehouse where required.
• Verify all products are labeled prior to delivery.
• Actively participate in safety activities.
• Perform related tasks as required.
• Facilitate daily orders and meet the on-time delivery schedule to the customer.
• Ability to take direction and work cohesively with Warehouse Supervisor and Chemico Staff on site.
• Follow all safety guidelines with Chemico on site staff and with drivers and others outside of Chemico who may enter the warehouse.
• Ability to segregate chemicals and work with packaged chemicals in a safe manner.
• Preparation of chemical deliveries, loading of chemicals by hand or forklift.
• Keeps Warehouse and work area clean and tidy.
• Stacking of goods in correct storage bins.
• Stacking of empty pallets.
• Inspection and proper maintenance of forklift.
• Determine placarding based on DOT requirements.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• General knowledge of modern warehouse and inventory practices
• General knowledge of the applicable standard grades and qualities of chemicals, materials and supplies
• Detail oriented
• Self-starter
• Ability to work in a team setting/team player.
• Customer Service Focused
• Ability to work a flexible shift which may include weekends and evenings.
• Ability to be on call 24 hours when necessary.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with associates, suppliers, & Customer; ability to prepare reports and maintain accurate records.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School graduate with some college courses preferred. Forklift Certified. Ability to comprehend and ensure all GHS and DOT requirements are met on outgoing shipments

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Some standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift 50 lbs.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must successfully pass a standard federal background check
• Must possess acceptable computer operations and database entry skills.
• Must present a neat and professional appearance consistent with the workplace environment.
• Required to wear OSHA-compliant and serviceable protective footwear at all times.
• Fork-Lift License
• HAZWOPR training

Work Environment:

Ability to handle multiple priorities and demands in a fast-paced environment. This job operates in a manufacturing environment. This role requires presence on the manufacturing floor and a significant amount of walking on concrete surfaces. This role also routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets. Ability to work in team fostered environment. Ability to work in multi-tasked environment. Strong personality and focus in fast-paced and demanding environments. Ability to adapt to change quickly and multi-task.

Physical Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time in front of computer
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods and walk within very large industrial environments
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Travel:

Overnight travel may be required – less than 5%

EEO Statement:

Chemico provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Chemico complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Chemico expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Chemico employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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