What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Handler position at BASF?
Now hiring! Material Handler
Wyandotte, MI (On Site)
We are looking for a Material Handler to join our Performance Materials team in Wyandotte.
Come create chemistry with us!
The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction.These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.
During your 8-hour shift as a Material Handler, you will…
- Perform the loading process for bulk trucks, loading from silos and supersacks
- Verification of receiving and loading documents
- Cross train to learn and perform other logistics responsibilities
- Learn and perform receiving and rail car off loading duties
- General warehouse duties
- Learn and use various software applications
- Counting and reporting of physical inventory
- Understanding and practice of safety methods
- Overtime on rotating weekends and holidays
- Communicate with logistic planners and production personnel
- Fill in areas of the logistics department as needed.
If you…
- Have a High School Diploma or GED.
- Hold a Forklift Operator certification, or willing to obtain one.
- Are willing and able to work an 8-hour shift with occasional need to stay longer.
- Can work overtime on rotating weekends and holidays.
- Have knowledge and Hazcom training along with experience in Shipping and Receiving (preferred).
- Able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs.
Then…
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Create your own chemistry with you@BASF
At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
Just some of the many benefits we offer include:
- Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
- Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
- Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
- Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
- Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
- Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
- Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
- Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
- Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
About Us
As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!
At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.
Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF
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