Material Handler

Job TitleAssures an accurate and continuous flow of materials through the plant. Receives and handles incoming materials, prepares bills of lading and shipping labels, arranges truck pick-up, prepares products and samples for shipment. Unloads and load trucks and containers with forklifts and other material handling equipment. Perform filtering operations and transfer materials to containers (drums, totes, bags, and boxes). The position will require scheduled overtime to cover openings created by vacation, sickness, etc.Assures an accurate and continuous flow of materials through the plantReceives and handles incoming materials, prepares bills of lading and shipping labels, arranges truck pick-up, prepares products and samples for shipment.Loading containers and trucks for shipment with the appropriate dunnage and paperwork for worldwide shipments.Perform filtering operations, packaging and transfer materials to containers (drums, totes, bags, and boxes).Visually check lines, connections, and bleed off valves before, during and after transferTransfer product through proper lines by identifying correct line, completing hookups, and opening and closing valves.Participate in teams such as work teams and safety teams.Assist in conducting physical inventory.Receive raw materials by verifying information, making labels and entering data into the computer inventory system.Participate on lean Six Sigma teams for continuous plant improvement.Required Qualifications:Demonstrates Material Handler entry level SkillsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Standing while operating electric lift truck up to 6 hours per shift, sitting while operating LP lift truck.Walking required up to 4 hours per shift.Bending required to stack empty drums and palletsMust regularly lift up to 50 pounds and move (with a hand truck) up to 550 poundsHigh School diploma or equivalent plus one year related experience.Preferred Qualifications5+ years' experience as a Material HandlerDOT certificationConfined Space EntryForklift Truck LicenseGlobal Benefits OverviewCompetitive, market-aligned compensationDiscretionary global bonus schemeDiscretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) – for senior positionsCompany car or car allowance – varies by region and roleHealthcare – tailored to regional locationsParental leave and family support – maternity, paternity, adoption (aligned with regional policies)Working options – flexibility where it matters, based on role and business needsLearning & development opportunities – training, online platforms, buddy/mentorship programs, Internal Synthomer University with L&D offersWellbeing support – employee assistance program (EAP), mental health resources, wellbeing initiativesRetirement / pension contributions – plans vary by countryCulture of Inclusion – where everyone can thrivePerformance culture, global reward & recognition programmes