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Material Handler III

Veolia, Greer, SC, United States


Position Purpose

Responsible for performing a variety of routine hazardous and non-hazardous waste tasks in the movement and processing of various waste in various container size/type. Tasks could include: follow procedures and direction, perform manual labor, proper usage of PPE, operate mobile equipment (manual and powered), operate fixed / stationary equipment, loading and unloading containers, perform equipment inspections, identification of various container size/type, scanning container movements, consolidation of containers and material, staging containers in designated area, recognize markings and labels. Tasks will be performed on a daily basis in the designated processing area as assigned by Leads & Supervisors in order to meet processing objectives for material disposal.

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

Effectively performs in all areas of operations supporting the engineered fuel Program

Ability to perform duties with minimal direct supervision

Understand and follow procedures & processes

Recognize various container size & type

Recognize labels & markings

Ability to utilize systems to create processing paperwork or labels

Load and unload various size containers (totes, drums, tankers, trailers, etc.) using mechanical or manual means

Use a variety of hand power tools

Transport hazardous waste materials from storage facilities within the facility as directed

Decontaminate and dispose of empty drums and/or containers according to RCRA and disposal guidelines

Perform general housekeeping duties

Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area

Inspect material handling equipment as directed

Ability to operate all equipment proficiently in primary wind blade process

Occasionally direct and oversee small teams to accomplish production targets

Operate and maintain REM process efficiently

Other duties as assigned

Education / Experience / Background

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Preferred experience of 2-3 years in similar field

Forklift experience preferred

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Ability to communicate through reading and writing

Trained in the use of material handling equipment

Required Certification / Licenses / Training

40-Hour HAZWOPER training preferred

Benefits
Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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