Material Handler

Material HandlerLocation: Memphis TN 38127 Duration: 6 Months Shift: 10 hour days (6am-4pm). All days no nights, but they work alternate Saturdays. This is a straight day shift but rotating days it that makes sense. Not always working the same days every week.Job Summary:This job exists in order for Client to ship loads of hydrogen peroxide to customers from the Memphis site.The material handler will safely move tank-wagons back and forth for loading and staging for pickup.The material handler will assist warehouse operator with filling totes and drums and preparing for shipment.Maintain rolling stock ready to support S&OP plan.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Safely operate shunt truck to move trailers and containers within the yard.Couple and uncouple trailers and Isotainers.Perform pre and post trip inspections of shunt truck and trailers.Inspect for issues such as tire damage and improperly dropped empty trailers.Note all issues or damages to trailers or containers supervisor(s).Enter notifications for required repairs.Contact vendor for tire changes.Communicate with personnel to ensure efficient movement of trailers and containers, including BU Supply Chain Parts & Equipment Manager.Warehouse responsibilities (30%)Prepare chemical samples for shipmentPrepare parts or materials for shipment (example for terminal requirements)Fill drums and totes for shipment.Learn warehouse data entry skills for warehouse operator.Keep storeroom and raw material warehouse organized.Assist warehouse operator in loading product.Other duties as assigned.Participate in continuous improvement programs including SMART (example daily management meetings and processes, problem solving exercises, cleanliness & order activities etc.).He/she has to have a valid driver's license as this position pulls tank wagons in and out.A person who is experienced backing in long trailers would be great.Willing to work overtime and has attention to detail.We ship hydrogen peroxide so this candidate will be trained on DOT and HazMat regulations.If a person has already been trained on this, that would be several steps ahead of any other candidate.10 hour days (6-4).All days no nights, but they work alternate Saturdays.This is a straight day shift but rotating days it that makes sense.Not always working the same days every week.Required:1 year Education and area of focusHS diplomaCertifications/Trainings:Must have a valid drivers license. DOT training is a plus.Competencies -Knowledge Skills & Abilities (KSAs)Experience in operating trucks and trailers.Ability to maneuver vehicles in tight spaces.Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.