Job Description
Responsible for the safe and compliant movement, storage, and distribution of chemicals, products, and waste throughout the facility. Maintain accurate records in inventory and waste tracking systems, and ensure all handling meets regulatory and company standards. Organize storage areas for efficiency and safety.
Core Duties: - Load and unload trucks for incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Verify incoming chemicals against purchase orders, confirm SDS availability, label containers, update inventory systems, and forward transporter paperwork to purchasing.
- Coordinate internal material flow to minimize handling and maintain proper storage conditions.
- Prepare outbound shipments: select appropriate containers, apply labels, complete shipping documents (UPS/FedEx), manifests, bills of lading, and placarding.
- Conduct cycle counts and maintain secure facility access.
- Support company safety, quality, and security programs.
Required Training & Certifications: - DOT Hazmat Employee (initial within 90 days; renew every 3 years)
- IATA Dangerous Goods (initial within 6 months; renew every 2 years)
- RCRA Hazardous Waste Management (initial within 6 months; annual refresh)
- Complete PCC shipping training and 120 hours of on-the-job training within first 90 days.
Skills & Abilities: - Accurate inventory documentation and database use.
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, drum carts, and similar equipment.
- Ability to stage raw materials promptly and maintain orderly storage areas.
- Comfortable with computer-based systems and measuring/weighing materials.
- Lift up to 65 lbs occasionally; valid driver's license; flexible schedule.
Qualifications: - High school diploma or GED minimum.
- Basic math and reading proficiency.
- Minimum two years in a similar role.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Preferred Credentials: - RCRA, DOT, IATA, IMDG certifications.
- Forklift certification.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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