Vertellus
Material Handler
Vertellus, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, us, 07922
Vacancy Name Material HandlerVacancy No VN154Department Supply ChainLocation Berkeley HeightsEmployment Type Full-TimeCompany 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 the 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 also receive, sample, store and distribute raw materials, supplies, and packaged in-process and finished goods within the facility.Job Details
Role Specific Responsibilities:Ensures workplace safety by making Behavior Based Safety Observations, and practices and follows all site safety policies, guidelines, and proceduresFollows all Aurorium current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)Adheres to all Aurorium Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)Prepares, inspects, and ships all customers orders in strict adherence with company and customer requirementsLoads and unloads trailers per DOT and company requirementsEnsures carriers safely enter and exit the facility, and confirms that carriers are aware of plant safety requirementsConducts and ensures cycle counts are accurate for tracking inventoryMoves material, including finished products, in-process materials and raw materials from receiving/warehouse and production areas from/to approved storage locationsTakes samples of raw materials and other materials for analysis as necessaryCompletes shipment preparation, receiving of materials and supplies, generates and applies product and shipping labels based on customer shipments, communicate with customer service, fellow supply chain team members and/or carriers as neededPacks and prepares sample ordersCoordinates warehouse storage to facilitate location of items for shipping and production purposesUses forklift truck to move and stack filled/empty drums or containersAssists in cross-training team members and co-workers as neededUnderstands and executes Emergency Response procedures to mitigate unplanned eventsMaintains outstanding housekeeping and 5S, keeping workspaces clean, orderly and tidyCompletes other project work as necessary to support safe operations within the job responsibilitiesCompliance:
Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangementsReports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptlyActs in a safe and responsible manner at all timesProblem Solving and Innovation:
Active participation in continuous improvement activitiesParticipates in problem-solvingTakes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the businessAssists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team membersExercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidanceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
High School Diploma or equivalent requiredAdditional IATA, IMDG, DOT, and Forklift Certification required1 year of experience in a chemical or manufacturing plant, ideally in a warehouse is preferredExperience driving a Fork Truck safelyExperience with Emergency Response, warehousing, DOT and general chemical manufacturing background desiredExperience wearing required PPE including safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe shoes, gloves, and a respiratorStrong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and prioritiesSelf-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environmentStrong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skillsAbility to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 55 pounds, working outside in all weather conditions, climbing ladders, standing, reaching, etc.Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and/or overtime as neededAbility to stand and ride forklift for long periods of timeEmbodies the core values of Aurorium:credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actionsoutcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impactdriven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatnessempowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standard.
If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
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. #LI-Onsite
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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 the 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 also receive, sample, store and distribute raw materials, supplies, and packaged in-process and finished goods within the facility.Job Details
Role Specific Responsibilities:Ensures workplace safety by making Behavior Based Safety Observations, and practices and follows all site safety policies, guidelines, and proceduresFollows all Aurorium current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)Adheres to all Aurorium Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)Prepares, inspects, and ships all customers orders in strict adherence with company and customer requirementsLoads and unloads trailers per DOT and company requirementsEnsures carriers safely enter and exit the facility, and confirms that carriers are aware of plant safety requirementsConducts and ensures cycle counts are accurate for tracking inventoryMoves material, including finished products, in-process materials and raw materials from receiving/warehouse and production areas from/to approved storage locationsTakes samples of raw materials and other materials for analysis as necessaryCompletes shipment preparation, receiving of materials and supplies, generates and applies product and shipping labels based on customer shipments, communicate with customer service, fellow supply chain team members and/or carriers as neededPacks and prepares sample ordersCoordinates warehouse storage to facilitate location of items for shipping and production purposesUses forklift truck to move and stack filled/empty drums or containersAssists in cross-training team members and co-workers as neededUnderstands and executes Emergency Response procedures to mitigate unplanned eventsMaintains outstanding housekeeping and 5S, keeping workspaces clean, orderly and tidyCompletes other project work as necessary to support safe operations within the job responsibilitiesCompliance:
Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures, and arrangementsReports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptlyActs in a safe and responsible manner at all timesProblem Solving and Innovation:
Active participation in continuous improvement activitiesParticipates in problem-solvingTakes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the businessAssists in the training, mentoring, and assessment of other team membersExercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidanceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
High School Diploma or equivalent requiredAdditional IATA, IMDG, DOT, and Forklift Certification required1 year of experience in a chemical or manufacturing plant, ideally in a warehouse is preferredExperience driving a Fork Truck safelyExperience with Emergency Response, warehousing, DOT and general chemical manufacturing background desiredExperience wearing required PPE including safety glasses, hard hat, steel toe shoes, gloves, and a respiratorStrong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and prioritiesSelf-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environmentStrong mechanical aptitude and mathematical skillsAbility to execute strenuous, sometimes repetitive physical work such as lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 55 pounds, working outside in all weather conditions, climbing ladders, standing, reaching, etc.Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and/or overtime as neededAbility to stand and ride forklift for long periods of timeEmbodies the core values of Aurorium:credible: keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actionsoutcome-oriented: adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impactdriven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatnessempowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standard.
If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
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. #LI-Onsite
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