Material Handling Specialist

Material Handling Specialist


Job ID: 10466951

Hahnville, LA, US

Light Industrial

Certification

Full Time, Temporary

$20 to $22

Experienced (Non-Manager)

On-site

Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals

First Shift (Day)

Hahnville, LA, US

$20 to $22

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Full Time, Temporary

Chemicals/Petro-Chemicals

On-site

Light Industrial

Certification

First Shift (Day)

Job details

Think the best job opportunities are far away? Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for a Material Handling Specialist to work at a prestigious chemical manufacturing client in Hahnville, LA. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $20.00 – $22.00 per hour

Why you should apply to be a Material Handling Specialist:

  • Competitive hourly pay rate of $20.00 – $22.00 per hour.

  • Valuable opportunity to work with a prestigious chemical manufacturing industry leader.

  • Hands-on equipment training provided (including backhoe operation qualification).

  • Dynamic environment focused on safety, continuous improvement, and technical skill development.

What’s a typical day as an Material Handling Specialist? You’ll be:

  • Supporting Investment Recovery operations by handling scrap metal containers, operating a backhoe to compact materials, and managing stored equipment under focal point direction.

  • Identifying and managing various chemical plant materials, including pumps, valves, gaskets, piping components, and miscellaneous plant equipment.

  • Executing computerized warehouse transactions, inventory control practices, and administrative duties utilizing SAP and mobility applications.

  • Safely operating forklifts and material handling equipment to load, unload, receive, store, and transport materials site-wide.

  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment while strictly complying with all site safety requirements and operational procedures.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

  • Bring strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills paired with a proactive, reliable work ethic.

  • Are proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and eager to learn SAP and mobile inventory systems.

  • Have prior warehouse, material handling, or industrial equipment experience.

  • Are physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, work in both indoor and outdoor industrial conditions, and operate forklifts and heavy equipment (with provided qualification).

  • Maintain an unwavering commitment to safety and continuous learning.

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be an Investment Recovery Technician today!

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