1st Shift Warehouse Operator

Hydrite
University Park, IL
Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for individuals who manage inventory and operate forklifts in a warehouse setting, with a focus on quality and regulatory compliance in the chemical industry.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on warehouse experience and a focus on inventory management and product quality.
    — “To manage incoming and outgoing inventory correctly.”
  • Individuals who are detail-oriented and can follow standard operating procedures and safety regulations.
    — “Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities.”

Things to consider

  • The role requires adherence to strict safety and regulatory protocols, including RCRA compliance.
    — “Must be RCRA compliant.”
  • Candidates should be prepared to handle both incoming and outgoing shipments, including documentation and inventory rotation.
    — “Accurately picking freight that is scheduled for shipment, including documenting the lot numbers for the Certificate of Analysis where required.”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with forklift operation and inventory management in your resume and interview.
    — “Ability to operate a forklift; previous experience preferred.”
  • Highlight your ability to follow SOPs and maintain quality standards in your application materials.
    — “Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.”
  • Showcase any prior experience with chemical handling or warehouse logistics in your resume.
    — “Package inorganic products either from storage tanks or directly from the tanker.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Individual

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What success looks like

  • handle all loading and unloading of LTL shipments
  • manage incoming and outgoing inventory
  • package inorganic products
  • schedule and report production
Typical background
communication and interpersonal skillsability to operate a forklift

Skills & requirements

Required

Loading And UnloadingInventory ManagementPackagingQuality ControlSafety Compliance

Preferred

Forklift OperationMS Office

Stack & domain

Loading And UnloadingInventory ManagementPackagingForklift OperationComputer SkillsMS OfficeRCRA ComplianceCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAttention To DetailProfessionalismCustomer ServiceWarehouseLogisticsInventory Control

About the role

Original posting from Hydrite via Greenhouse

WHO WE ARE

We are a company where people matter. 

We are family driven. 

We are financially strong.

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.  

BENEFITS

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution

$600 per Year Wellness Incentive 

Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

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WAREHOUSE OPERATOR

The primary purpose of this position is to handle all loading and unloading of LTL shipments on Hydrite trucks, common carriers and/or the inter-branch shuttles.  To manage incoming and outgoing inventory correctly.  To package inorganic products either from storage tanks or directly from the tanker.

Primary responsibilities include:

Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers

Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.

Accurately picking freight that is scheduled for shipment, including documenting the lot numbers for the Certificate of Analysis where required.

Loading and unloading of LTL and daily shuttle shipments, including review of shipping documents to ensure that all product or waste is accurately loaded and that all special instructions have been followed.  This may include the shipment and receipt of the product into PRISM.

Schedule and report production according to Hydrite procedures, including the receipt of bulk product for direct tanker drum off’s and container preparation.

Inspects all inventory on a regular basis to ensure adherence to Hydrite quality standards.  Inventory must be properly rotated on a first in: first out basis.  Accountable for inventory accuracy.

Become knowledgeable in and comply with all areas of Hydrite work and safety rules.

Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor at all times and treats other employees with courtesy and respect.  Ensure that all customers of Hydrite receive high quality product and superior service.

Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required.  Review changes/additions with your supervisor.  Must be RCRA compliant.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

This position reports to the Warehouse Manager.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Ability to operate a forklift; previous experience preferred.

Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

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Learn more about Hydrite on our website: www.hydrite.com/careers

Illinois Pay Range $22—$24 USD

Source: Hydrite careers (Greenhouse)

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