Material Handler

Aspen Aerogels® is a rapidly growing aerogel technology company founded in 2001 to capitalize on patented advances in aerogel manufacturing. Aspen’s extensive portfolio of proprietary aerogel products are manufactured at scale and sold worldwide in the Electric Vehicle, Energy Infrastructure, and Power Generation industries. Aspen is a Tier 1/2 Automotive supplier of PyroThin® thermal barriers, and our Pyrogel® and Cryogel® insulation products are used by virtually all leading petrochemical and refining company across more than 50 countries. We’re on a mission to build a world-class organization as we continue to grow our energy infrastructure business, and expand to meet demand for PyroThin thermal barriers in the rapidly growing Electric Vehicle sector over the next decade. We’re looking for great passionate, dynamic talent to join our team.

The Material Handler supports the shipping/receiving function in the Finishing Department by staging finished and in-process goods into designated areas for prompt identification and shipment of Customer Orders in a safe and orderly manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with Finishing Lead to learn and master all aspects of warehouse/distribution operations
• Assist in the unloading of finished goods that are ready to be staged for delivery.
• Verify item description and quantities noted on schedule are accurate compared to goods being staged for shipment.
• Verify FIFO inventory rotation is followed.
• Finished goods material movement.
• Adherence to maximum loading allowances of ocean containers and trucks as directed by Logistic Coordinator.
• Storage and Housekeeping
  • Material to be stored in an organized manner for ease of access, identification and inventory reconciliation
  • Clear identification and separation of finished and non-conforming (NCO) goods to ensure NCO is never shipped to a Customer unless directed by management
  • Store crating and other raw materials received from Dexter Road in designated areas
• Other duties
  • Support inventory staff and/or participate in weekly, quarterly cycle counts and annual physical inventory counts
  • Ensure good communication with relieving counterpart to communicate any issues experienced during shift rotation (Customer orders, inventory, safety/housekeeping, etc.)
  • Take direction from Logistics Coordinator on a daily basis
  • Secure building (alarm, lighting, lock up) at end of shift
  • Communicate with internal staff on visible issues, if any, of finished goods or other product received from Dexter Road, reporting major issues to management as needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
• Adopt and follow Aspen’s core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity, Teamwork, Customer and Innovation on both a personal and professional level.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, and developing employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Excellent organization and administrative skills
• Prior experience as a Material Handler in a manufacturing environment required; preferably in a continuous manufacturing operation
• Solid computer/data entry experience required; Scanner system experience preferred
• Minimum 3 years of commercial forklift experience
• Ability to effectively communicate in English (verbal & Written communications)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull loads of up to 75 lbs.
• Must be able to work: 12 hour shifts, 4 days on 4 days off in a 24/7 rotating shifts (Shifts are either 6am- 6pm or 6pm - 6 a.m.).
• Lifting: Frequent lifting 50 lbs.
• Pushing: Frequent pushing between 75-100 lbs – assisted.
• Pulling: Frequent pulling between 75-100 lbs – assisted.
• Standing: Most of the shift, except for breaks and meals.
• Walking: Most of the shift, except for breaks and meals.
• Agility: Must be able to get on and off forklift using 3 points of contact and be able to steer and handle driving a forklift; climb stairs – two levels, 10-15x/shift.
• Fine Motor: Must be able to operate machine controls.
• Mobility: Must be able to reach above head; must be able to crouch and bend over.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to abuttitta@aerogel.com or call (508) 466-3111 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

For Our Rhode Island Applicants:
Aspen Aerogels, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. The East Providence, RI facility of Aspen Aerogels is subject to Title 28, Chapter 29-6.2 of Rhode Island General Laws, which governs Worker’s Compensation.