Warehouse (Springfield, MA)

Assist in the daily material handling and storage of chemical and chemical related products.

Conduct loading and unloading of chemical products from trucks and trailers

Ensure product/load is free from defect/damage

Utilize proper storage procedures of chemical products in designated racks, bay and building

utilizing specialized material handling equipment and defined storage methods

Unload empty returnable containers from trucks and trailers, sort containers to be

reloaded on appropriate trailers for re-use or reconditioning

Store outdated containers in designated area

Ensure containers/totes/IBC’s are structurally sound and in compliance

Assist in loading of customer pick-ups

Prepare pallets for storage and/or transportation of product

Selection, preparation and staging of customer orders per customer requirements, such as lot

control numbers, additional stenciling or labeling requirements, packing and handling

requirements, sample delivery requirements and QC requirements

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

High School and/or GED required

Knowledgeable in DOT Hazardous Material regulations relating to compatibility of chemicals

in storage and shipping, preferred

Knowledgeable in OSHA and general Safety regulations/instructions/procedures

Knowledgeable in Emergency Response Procedures, preferred

Experience with reading and interpreting Bills of Lading/Manifest, MSDS sheets,

and/or manufacturers Certification of Analysis, preferred

Experience in utilizing various material handling equipment

Familiarity with DOT placard and labeling information, preferred

Chemical background, preferred

Must hold valid Driver’s License

Must be computer literate, Intermediate level

Minimum 2-3 years experience in Warehouse, Distribution or Transportation environment

Experience using Standard Operating Procedures

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand, walk, sit, and move; operate equipment such as pallet jacks, fork truck, handle, transport and storage of hoses, cables, totes and containers, occasional climbing of stairs, occasional use of copy machine, computer, printers and telephone; prepare and retrieve files for daily use and storage; frequent communication with internal individuals. The employee must occasionally lift, move or transport up to 80-100 pounds. Specific vision abilities may require close vision and ability to adjust focus while reading.

Second Shift and Third Shift Position

For immediate consideration – Applications on premises: M-F, 8-4 or forward resume or work history summary to listed e-mail address. Interviews by Appointment only. No phone calls.

Astro Chemicals, Inc., 126 Memorial Drive, Springfield, MA 01104 AA/EEO