Material Handler 3 Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

The Material Handler ensures inventory control management and warehouse operations for environmental services facilities, handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials safely, operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.

Key Characteristics:

• Manage receipt, storage, and distribution of materials including hazardous and non-hazardous items
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform regular stock counts
• Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness
• Dependable, accountable and diligent
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Receive incoming shipments of goods, often using forklifts or other equipment to unload trucks and other delivery vehicles.
• They verify that the items received match the accompanying documentation.
• They may also inspect items for damage before moving them to designated storage areas.
• Maintains accurate, neat and complete records of all calibration/operation logs and reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards
• Use warehouse management systems for inventory tracking
• Receipt, storage, issue and stock control of materials in the warehouse
• Maintains all reagent and chemical inventory in the calibration room
• Assist Material buyer in cycle count, blind and yearly inventory
• Receiving, issuing parts listed for plant and field use.
• Responsible for stocking spill kits, fire locker and housekeeping of waste management areas.
• Responsible for rebuilding, testing all configurations of Cla-Vals and dosing pumps
• Handling of potentially hazardous chemicals
• Responsible for all hazardous chemical storage areas, deliveries, tank levels and dilutions during the shift.
• Material handlers follow safety procedures when operating equipment and handling materials.
• They may also perform routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure it is in good working order.
• They maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring that loading and docking areas are clear.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required:

• Communication Skills
• Computer skills, experience with ERPs
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management
• Trouble Shooting
• Forklift certification (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds regularly
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations

Preferred:

• At least 2 years of experience in a comparable manufacturing or warehouse environment involving chemical handling
• ERP experience in SAP
• Knowledge of Water Technology
• Knowledge of the lab, works with the lab technician and performs quality control checks
• Operates yard-mule and forklift as business needs.

Education & Experience

Required:

• HS Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience and knowledge of warehouse management, forklift operation and /or resins and water treatment experience.

Preferred:

• AS Degree in Business or Supply Chain
• Warehouse Management knowledge

Working Conditions

• Ability and willingness to perform physical duties such as lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, working at elevated heights, and manual dexterity
• Ability and willingness to work in range of environments to include but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities

Additional Information

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We're an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

To ensure transparency and compliance with employment laws, we provide the following details regarding this position:

Compensation:

• The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly bench-marked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate's knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $18-23.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure:

• We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Vacancy Status:

• This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

Why Veolia?

• Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect.

• You'll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities.

Career Development Path:

• This position is designed as a stepping stone to Account Manager, where you'll assume direct customer responsibility and independent account management upon demonstrating commercial excellence.

Ready to transition your technical expertise into a rewarding customer-facing career while making a difference in water treatment and sustainability? Apply today!

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!

• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts

• AD&D Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

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.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.