Materials Coordinator
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Location: Annandale, NJSalary: $24.00 - $26.00/hrCurrently, we are seeking a Materials Assistant to join our Corporate Solutions team in Annandale, NJ.Materials Assistant will assist with various tasks involving material handling, shipping/receiving and routine maintenance inspection tasks.Ability to safely operate a forklift may be necessary for success in this role.Specialty chemical receiving & cylinder check-in and deliveryReceive and unpack specialty chemicalsReceive gas cylindersEnter chemicals using customer's inventory databaseDeliver chemicals/cylinders to lab locationsAffix chemical labels to all chemicalsForklift operation requiredDrum handling and chemical managementDeliver chemical/material drums to customer lab locations within the siteAssist in managing inventory to maintain compliance with storage regulationsForklift operation requiredEyewash/Shower and Lab Drain inspectionsTests (runs equipment) and inspects sites eyewashes and safety showersCoordinates with lab owners to visually inspect lab drains (p trap operation)SCBA inspectionDetailed inspection procedure for verifying functionality of SCBA equipmentRefill air cylindersLiquid Nitrogen filling and deliveryApproximately 80 liquid N2 cryogenic tanks (dewars) spread throughout the siteUses onsite facilities to fill empty 160G dewars with liquid N2Picks up empty dewars, and delivers full dewars to lab locationsForklift operation requiredDry Ice deliveryTakes bulk dry ice from receiving, and delivers to designated areas in the lab wingsForklift operation requiredGlassware pick-up and deliveryPicks up dirty glassware from lab corridors, and delivers to cleanersAfter cleaning, clean glassware is delivered to lab locationsStockroom ClerkStaff stockroom counter and fulfil stockroom requestStock shelves, receive lab/mech/chem stockVerify stock quantityEnter and remove products using customer's inventory databaseOther duties may be assigned.Duties Involving Hazardous MaterialsAfter, and only after, receiving the required training on handling of hazardous materials, selected individual will be required to pick up and transport hazardous materials/waste throughout the site, typically utilizing custom make carts, forklift/tow motor/powered industrial truck, to move 55 gallon drums or dewars. Individuals selected for this job must not have any restrictions in can crushing activities which requires the use of respirator and appropriate PPEs.Annual refresher training will be given to any individual involved in handling hazardous waste and or materials.General Professional Expectations/RequirementsAll personnel must participate and actively support the customer's safety process:Act as an observerAllow others to observe work you are performingReport all near loss and loss events immediatelyReport hazard IDsFollow cardinal safety/live saving rulesComply with all written Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.Accurately complete forms, checklists and any other relevant documentationEnsures appropriate follow up with customersSeeks to continuously improve processes, systems and overall client satisfactionAttention to detailConsistently demonstrates professional demeanor, appearance and attitudeMaintain a clean and safe working environmentMay be selected to be trained in Chemical shipping which will require further training, such as RCRA, DOT and IATA trainingRequired Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAble to learn and achieve proficiency in customer's inventory databaseSuperior customer service skills and orientationAbility to maintain professionalism at all times under stressful situationsAbility to plan and manage work under time constraintsAbility to multitask and work without direct supervisionSupervisory Responsibilities:N/APhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Working Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may potentially be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and vibration. The employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and flammable or explosive areas. The noise levels in areas of the work environment are usually moderate to loud.Minimum Required Education:High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to five years related industrial maintenance experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Other Skills and Abilities:A valid driver's license is required to operate vehicles. Candidates must possess physical and mental ability necessary to secure a Forklift / Powered Industrial Truck operator's license. General computer skills with knowledge in E-mail, Internet, Microsoft Word and Excel are a plus for this position.