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Polynt Group

Chemical Material Handler Morris

Polynt Group, Trenton, New Jersey, United States

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Polynt

is one of the world's largest manufacturers and suppliers of composites, intermediates, and coatings with household-name customers across four continents. With 70 years of history we provide a wide range of products designed for all key sectors such as industrial, transportation, building and construction, marine, medical, consumer, and food additive markets.

Benefits

Medical (PPO, HSA, FSA)

Vision, Dental, Long‑Term Disability insurance

Short‑Term Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Company‑paid life insurance

401(k) and 401(k) matching

Paid time off and referral program

Job Summary Material Handlers are responsible for unloading/ loading raw materials with forklifts, receiving incoming raw materials, staging material for shipment preparation, placing inbound raw materials in designated areas, and unloading hazardous and non‑hazardous bulk raw materials from truck and railcar. This entry‑level position leads to a 12‑hour rotating shift in production.

Responsibilities

Preparing daily packaged goods shipments; loading and unloading drums/totes of finished product on 53ft trailers.

Receiving, unloading, and approving raw materials for production use. Offloading bulk solid and liquid raw materials from railcars, tank trucks, and ISO containers to silos and storage tanks.

Packaging daily sample orders for shipment using DOT guidelines.

Inventory, organization, and labeling of all packaged goods located in the main warehouse area.

Spotting tank trucks for loading finished goods.

Loading scrap pallets for recycling.

Following all safety procedures and standard operating procedures for various tasks.

Keeping all working areas clean, neat, and organized.

Duties and Responsibilities

Material Handling:

Receive and unload non‑bulk raw materials (bags, super sacks, drums, totes, etc.) from truck trailers using propane‑powered forklifts and transport them within warehouses; prepare daily packaged goods shipments and package sample orders; load finished goods onto truck trailers. Visually inspect and verify all outgoing packages and paperwork match; verify incoming products comply with quality standards. May be required to lift, push, or shift materials manually or using forklift. Maintain warehouse inventory, housekeeping, organization, and 5S compliance.

Spotting:

Safely maneuver empty/full tanker trailers and box trailers around the site. Stage empty tanker trailers for loading and weigh out of full tanker trailers with finished goods for all production areas. Visually inspect trailers prior to moving and report issues to supervisor. Perform weekly inventory of all trailers and containers on‑site.

Bulk Offloading:

Monitor storage tank levels and unload incoming bulk solid and liquid raw materials from rail cars, tank trucks, and ISO containers to storage tanks and silos. Work outdoors in all weather conditions; highly physical position. Ability to troubleshoot unloading issues (pump related, hose plugs, etc.).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to collaborate and communicate with peers, manufacturing, and planning personnel.

Good basic computer and math skills (weights, measures, and conversions).

Knowledge of safe work practices, HAZMAT, and DOT procedures.

Physically able to bend, stoop, twist, turn, stand for extended periods, reach, climb stairs/ladders, and lift up to 75 lbs.

Medically clear to use a respirator.

Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED required.

HAZMAT experience preferred.

DOT and forklift operator training/certifications preferred.

This role is not appropriate for individuals with chemical sensitivity.

Schedule

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: $31.71 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week (8‑hour shift, Monday to Friday, weekends as needed, holidays)

Higher Level Operator Schedule: 12‑hour shift (rotating shift and rotating weekends)

Location Morris, IL 60450 – in‑person work required.

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