Material Handler

Full Job Description

Material Handler

Webco Chemical Corporation and Bayscience Formulators in Dudley, MA specialize in developing, manufacturing, and packaging chemicals for industrial use, dairy farms, and personal care. We produce a variety of different products ranging from bleach and iodine to hand soap and body wash. A company of over one hundred employees, Webco is family run and has been in business since 1956.

As a part of Webco’s growth strategy, we have an opportunity for a material handler to assist us in our operations. The primary responsibilities include preparing for production and transferring materials. This position requires the candidate to assume a strategic role in the overall operations of Webco Chemical.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate material handling equipment (forklift, ride-on pallet jack) to move materials
• Fill and stage orders
• Track and update inventory of finished product and raw materials
• Transfer materials between departments and buildings
• Ensure finished goods meet quality specifications
• Keep production lines clear by moving finished goods from the line to staging area or other departments
• Replenish components and raw materials to the production line daily
• Maintain staging of materials and cleanliness of area, following Good Manufacturing Processes (GMP)
• Determine material availability for upcoming jobs
• Recommend floor stock replenishment by tracking raw materials, components and Finished Product Inventory
• Operate a Forklift/ride on a jack

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Accuracy in labeling and reporting
• Verify accuracy of BOL, Pick List, Packing Slip or any other paperwork
• Provide inventory counts when requested
• Responsible for all other duties assigned

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to write, read, and speak English
• Forklift operator experience
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Work overtime as needed

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds
• Stand most of the day
• Push and pull drums and materials up to 500 pounds using a hand jack
• Climb stairs and move containers most of the day

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Profit sharing
• Health insurance
• Flexible savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Voluntary insurances: dental, vision, term and whole life insurance, etc.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Pay:

STARTING AT $16.50/hour

**Starting pay may increase based on experience of candidate

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18