Material Handler

Univar Solutions Univar Solutions
Geneva, IL

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Position Title:

Material Handler

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Mixes and packages Company products. Maintains inventory levels and assists in shipping and receiving products and materials in the warehouse.

• Performs manual warehouse duties as assigned or directed.

• Loads and unloads company trucks, common carriers and customer vehicles using forklift and other required equipment.

• Ships and receives products according to company’s procedures and requirements.

• Assists in the maintenance of the warehouse facility.

• Serves on company’s in-plant or off-site emergency response team.

• Places hazardous materials or waste into appropriate containers.

• Receives, unloads and places into storage hazardous waste received from off-site generators; completes inspections and paperwork associated with receiving and storing hazardous waste.

• Properly manages hazardous waste while inside container storage area or otherwise under company responsibility or controls.

• Prepares for shipment and loads hazardous waste destined for off-site recycling/disposal facilities; completes inspections and paperwork associated with shipping hazardous waste.

• Cleans and maintains warehouse and equipment.

• Adheres to company quality processes, as applicable.

• Assists to resolve product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner, as applicable.

• Performs all other duties as required.

• Complies with all company policies, rules and guidelines.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to company procedures and governmental regulations

• Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility

• Ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment

• Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes, with training.

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:

Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 pounds

Physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly

Physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Test negative on the company’s drug tests

Exposure to fumes, dirt, noise and hazardous chemicals on a daily basis. May require safety equipment and/or precautions

PAY & BENEFITS:

The salary range for this position is $26.00 hourly initially. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. Available employee benefits include health, vision, and dental.

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing .

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

Posted 2026-02-23

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