Material Handler I Job at Veolia WTS in Minnetonka

Company Description

Part of Veolia Group, Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions brings together experienced professionals in pursuit of the same goal: to solve the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, the environment and energy. We’re always looking for passionate and creative people to help us in this mission!

Job Description

The primary responsibilities of the Material Handler are to fulfill orders within the time required to meet customer dates using electric forklifts and Swing-Reach turret trucks. Ensure counts and documentation are accurate, and hand off packaged/wrapped orders to the correct shipping desk. Complete department material requests and communicate on the status of orders through established procedures like email or other methods. Secondary responsibilities include loading and unloading trucks, completing quick ship orders, consolidating, cycle counting, cleaning and other projects as assigned.
This opening is for Second Shift: Monday – Friday, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Key Characteristics
● Attention to detail
● Effective time management
● Self-directed
● Ability to work well and communicate in a team environment
● General safety skills
● Basic computer knowledge and skills

Duties & Responsibilities
● Observe all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) policies and procedures, including
housekeeping practices and spill response; participate in EHS meetings, investigations, and audits
● Perform tasks in accordance with quality, DOT and hazardous material requirements when loading and unloading trucks
● Prepare orders for shipment for your designated material handling position, complete quick ship orders, consolidate and complete cycle counts as assigned by Warehouse Supervisor or Material Handler Facilitator

● Place finished goods, materials and supplies in the corresponding warehouse rack/s
● Check for and fulfill material requests from other departments in a timely manner
● Collect and properly dispose of scrap bracing, cardboard, strapping, and other debris; maintain a safe and clean work environment
● Perform any additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or Material Handler Facilitator

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Required
● Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
● Ability to work at heights in a Swing-Reach truck and other types of forklifts
● Legal authorization to work in the United States
● Willingness and ability to wear personal protective equipment, for example safety glasses,
gloves, ear plugs, safety shoes, fall protection harness
● Job requirements include standing, bending, twisting, and climbing stairs and/or ladders
● Read and comprehend written and spoken (English) instructions and/or protocols
● Ability to work in a warehouse environment with seasonal temperature variations
● Basic mathematical skills

Education & Experience
Preferred:
● Experience working in SAP TekRF scanners
● Experience with Google, Google Docs Sheets
● 1 year of material handler and/or warehouse experience
● Experience operating a forklift and/or Swing-Reach Turret truck or Transtacker in a
manufacturing area

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.