Materials Operator

Materials Operator

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, “all®”, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

We are in the Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

* Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.*

• The Materials Operator is responsible for all material handling activities within the plant, including inbound receiving of raw materials (standard and bulk tank trucks), outbound shipment picking and staging, and accurate SAP system transactions.
• This role supports the site’s 5S program and Perpetual Inventory count process to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient materials flow.

• Receive and inspect incoming shipments of raw materials and finished goods returns.
• Operate bulk receiving station to unload incoming tankers of raw material safely and efficiently.
• Perform put-away transactions in SAP/LOGOS to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Verify COAs and documentation for compliance with quality standards.

• Pick, pack, label, and stage customer shipments according to domestic and international regulations.
• Ensure proper documentation for all shipments (commercial invoice, shipper’s letter of instructions, hazardous declarations, etc.).
• Calculate pallet weights and verify load patterns to minimize shortages and ensure safe transport.

• Perform goods receipts, print labels, and finalize paperwork in SAP/LOGOS.
• Communicate with planners, customer service, and schedulers to ensure timely order fulfillment.

• Participate in cycle counts and support the Perpetual Inventory program.
• Maintain work area in compliance with 5S standards (clean, organized, and audit-ready).
• Support Smart Factory initiatives (digital transactions, scanning, etc.).

• Follow all Henkel policies for hazardous material handling and DOT regulations.
• Ensure adherence to shelf-life and international picking requirements.

• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Materials Manager or Plant Manager.

• High school diploma or GED; must pass Henkel’s basic skills assessment.
• Minimum 2 years in shipping/receiving; forklift experience required.
• DOT certification and forklift certification (Henkel-provided).
• SAP/LOGOS proficiency, basic math, multitasking ability.
• Walk/stand 90% of shift; lift up to 50 lbs; operate high-lift truck.
• Be willing to train and drive a switcher truck (Henkel-provided).

• Walk/Stand approximately 90% of the time.
• Must be able to control hand‑levers on both sides and use control pedals.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Health Insurance : affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance :
  Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
• Financial : 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
• Family Support : 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
• Career Growth : skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement

The salary for this role is $18.00 - $19.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

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