Material Handler I

Veolia

Material Handler I

West Bridgewater, MA +1 location
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Position Purpose:
    Responsible for performing a variety of routine tasks in the movement and processing of hazardous and non hazardous materials including disassembly, sorting, packing, re-packing, and loading and unloading. Operates equipment such as lamp processors, distillation ovens, shredders, pallet trucks, forklifts, bailers, compactors, air compressors, and hand tools.

    Primary Duties /Responsibilities:

    • Maintains a safe and compliant work environment at all times. Works safely and wears appropriate PPE for task.
    • Complies with all environmental, health and safety policies and procedures.
    • Loads and unloads various materials such as pallets, totes, drums, etc.
    • Constructs packaging/boxes/containers and prepares for shipment.
    • Uses a variety of hand tools such as impact wrenches, drum carts, and saws.
    • Moves material within the facility using appropriate equipment such as hand trucks, hand pallet jack, forklifts, etc.
    • Dismantles/sorts materials for recycling/disposal.
    • Operates and performs routine inspections on recycling equipment.
    • Prepares by-product materials for shipment.
    • Assists in completing paperwork for processing/transportation of materials.
    • Performs general housekeeping duties and maintains a clean, organized and safe work area.
    • Other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Education / Experience / Background:

    • High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required

    Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

    • Ability to learn and understand VNA-TS standard operating procedures, policies, and regulations
    • Prior use of electronic equipment including barcoding scanners helpful
    • Ability to communicate effectively
    • Ability to safely operate material handling equipment
    • Ability to work well in team environment

    Required Certification / Licenses / Training:

    • HAZWOPER Certification preferred
    • Forklift Certification preferred

    Additional Information

    Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

    Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

  • Industry
    Biotechnology
  • Locations
    Farmerville, LA • West Bridgewater, MA