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Aurorium

Material Handler

Aurorium, Zeeland, Michigan, United States, 49464

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Company Overview Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high‑performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value‑added solutions. Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care® company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company’s global integrated supply chain offers customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.

Description This role is responsible for shipping customer orders in accordance with all company and customer requirements. The Material Handler will receive, sample, store, and distribute raw materials, supplies, and package finished goods within the facility. Storing and managing waste and recyclable materials are additional duties to this position.

Job Details Role Specific Responsibilities

Prepares, inspects, and ships all customer orders in strict adherence to company and customer requirements

Loads and unloads trailers per DOT and company requirements

Ensures carrier safely enters and exits the facility, and ensures that carriers are aware of plant safety requirements

Receives materials and supplies, generates labels based on customer shipments

Moves material, including finished products, in‑process materials, and raw materials, from receiving/warehouse and production areas to approved storage locations

Takes samples of raw materials and other materials for analysis as necessary

Completes shipment preparation, receiving of materials and supplies, generates labels based on customer shipments, communicates with customer service and or carriers as needed

Packs and prepares sample orders as needed

Coordinates warehouse storage to facilitate the location of items for shipping and production purposes

Helps move/relocate waste as required

Uses a forklift truck to move and stack filled/empty drums or containers

Performs SAP transactions for all shipping/receiving needs

Completes other project work as necessary to support safe operations

Compliance

Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangements

Reports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptly

Acts in a safe and responsible manner at all times

Problem Solving and Innovation

Active participation in continuous improvement activities

Participates in problem‑solving

Takes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the business

Assists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team members

Exercises autonomy and judgment subject to overall direction or guidance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Additional IATA, IMDG, DOT, and Forklift Certification required

1 year of experience in a chemical or manufacturing plant preferred

Experience driving a Fork Truck

Experience with Emergency Response, warehousing, DOT, and general chemical manufacturing background desired

Experience wearing required PPE, including safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe shoes, gloves, and a respirator

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and priorities

Self‑motivated and able to work within a fast‑paced environment

Strong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skills

Ability to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, working outside in all weather conditions, climbing ladders, standing, reaching, etc.

Willingness to work a non‑standard shift, weekends, and/or overtime required

Ability to stand and ride forklift for long periods

Embodies the core values of Aurorium: credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actions; outcome‑oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impact; driven: passionate about delivering authentic, world‑class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatness; empowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standard.

Benefits and EEO Statement Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category.

Application Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Aurorium by 2x. If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

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