Material Handler (Inventory Control)
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Job Summary
Job Description:
Huntsman is seeking a Material Handler (Inventory Control) supporting the Advanced Materials Division located in Los Angeles California. This position will report to the Logistics Manager.
Job Scope
- Receive inspect identify store move stage and deliver raw materials packaging materials hazardous materials and finished goods throughout the site.
- Verify material numbers lot numbers quantities labels packaging condition and required documentation before materials are accepted moved or issued.
- Operate forklifts Drexel equipment manual pallet jacks drum lifters scissor lifts scales label printers and other approved warehouse equipment.
- Support production and packaging areas by delivering the correct materials quantities and lots on time and returning unused materials to the appropriate storage location.
- Maintain proper storage segregation and inventory rotation practices including FIFO or FEFO when applicable.
- Support shipping and receiving activities including staging finished goods verifying Quality Control release and preparing materials for internal or external shipment.
- Complete accurate and timely SAP and Vanquish transactions for receipts transfers goods issues returns scrap cycle counts and approved inventory adjustments.
- Perform cycle counts reconcile physical inventory to system records research discrepancies and maintain supporting documentation.
- Maintain accurate stock labels storage locations inventory records and material traceability throughout warehouse and production areas.
- Support inventory audits and promptly communicate unresolved discrepancies damaged materials labeling concerns or transaction errors.
- Follow all Environmental Health and Safety requirements chemical-handling procedures site rules and required personal protective equipment practices.
- Safely handle and stage hazardous materials including flammable and corrosive chemicals in accordance with established procedures.
- Wear required respiratory protection and successfully complete applicable medical clearance fit testing and training.
- Conduct pre-use equipment inspections and immediately report unsafe conditions spills leaks damaged materials or equipment concerns.
- Maintain clean organized and audit-ready warehouse dock yard and storage areas using 5S and housekeeping practices.
- Identify opportunities to improve warehouse layout inventory accuracy material flow storage practices and operational efficiency; support Lean and other continuous-improvement activities.
- Communicate effectively with all stakeholders and train others when assigned.
- Safely and consistently perform assigned warehouse and material handling responsibilities in accordance with Huntsman procedures.
- Demonstrates safe and proficient forklift operation and completes all required equipment qualifications.
- Completes SAP inventory transactions accurately and on time with minimal preventable discrepancies.
- Maintains accurate material identification storage locations inventory rotation documentation and traceability.
- Reliably supports multiple production and packaging areas by delivering the correct materials and quantities on schedule.
- Successfully completes assigned training and qualification milestones and contributes practical ideas that improve safety warehouse organization inventory accuracy or material flow.
At Huntsman we invest in developing our Material Handlers. Through our structured Tier Qualification Program associates have the opportunity to build warehouse inventory control equipment operation and logistics skills while expanding their responsibilities and growing their careers. As associates successfully complete each Tier qualification it result in expanded responsibilities and increased compensation. Associates may become eligible to begin the Tier qualification process after a minimum of 12 months based on demonstrated competency and business needs.
Qualifications
You mustpossessthe below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to theminimumrequirements and are considered a plus factor inidentifyingtop candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the UnitedStates.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Five (5) years of warehouse material handling inventory control or logistics experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience operating forklifts or comparable powered industrial equipment. Forklift certification is not required at the time of hire; Huntsman will provide required training and certification.
- Experience using SAP or a comparable inventory-management system and performing cycle counts or inventory reconciliation.
- Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook and the ability to learn QT9 Workday Vanquish and other company systems.
- Ability to read and verify material numbers lot numbers labels quantities warehouse documents production schedules and written work instructions.
- Ability to prioritize changing requests while maintaining safety accuracy and timely service.
- Ability and willingness to work assigned shifts staggered hours weekends holidays overtime and adjusted schedules based on business needs.
- Ability to successfully complete required respiratory protection medical evaluations fit testing and safety training.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Warehouse or inventory-control experience in chemical manufacturing hazardous materials or process manufacturing.
- Experience handling flammable corrosive temperature-controlled or regulated materials.
- Experience supporting hazardous-material shipments inventory audits Lean activities or 5S programs.
- Experience operating Drexel equipment drum lifters scissor lifts or similar warehouse equipment.
- Strong commitment to safety and operational discipline.
- Inventory accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage changing priorities and meet service expectations.
- Effective communication and teamwork.
- Basic problem-solving and discrepancy-research skills.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn.
The employee must be able to perform the following essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation: frequently stand walk bend reach stoop squat kneel push pull grasp and perform repetitive material-handling activities; lift carry push pull or position materials weighing up to 65 pounds; operate approved material-handling equipment after training; and wear required PPE and respiratory protection. Work is performed in warehouses chemical manufacturing areas cold rooms warm rooms freezers shipping docks outdoor yards and other storage or operating areas. The environment may include temperature changes noise odors dust chemical vapors moving equipment and weather exposure.
What can we offer you
- The hourly rate for this position at the time of hire is$30.20 per hour. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday on either6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.or2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- We consider a number of business-related factors when making individual compensation decisions including but not limited to education experience and training.
- Step progression is available based on qualification with a minimum of 12 months before an associate may qualify for progression.
- Huntsman offers outstanding benefits which start from Day One.
- Competitive healthcare dental and vision.
- One additional weekof paid time off - on top of vacation.
- 401K Huntsman automaticallycontributes 6% of eligible pay regardless of employee addition to the 6% non-discretionary contribution Huntsman willmatch $1 for every $1 you contribute up to a maximum match of 4%of eligible pay.
Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplaceAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race color religion sex national origin disability age or any other protected characteristic.
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About Company
Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global chemical manufacturer of differentiated and specialty chemicals serving a diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets.