Title:  Driver

Location: 

Memphis, TN, US, 38113

Company Name:  Univar Solutions USA LLC
Requisition ID:  34416

A Place Where People Matter. 

Start your career journey with Univar Solutions!  Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you. 

NOTE: THIS IS A DRIVER ROLE WORKING IN THE WAREHOUSE AS NEEDED

 

Position Title:

 

Driver/Material Handler

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO: 

 

Operates and maintains company vehicles including forklifts / pallet jacks to make pickups and deliveries and support production activities.  Scope of work includes and is not limited to the safe transports hazardous materials and wastes in full compliance with applicable federal, state, local statutes and regulations and company policies. Other duties as material handler are defined in this job description.

 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 

 

Ability to read, write, count, understand and speak English

DOT regulations

Hazardous Material handling and transporting

Completion of all OTC and Univar scheduled training courses as these come due.

Acquire and maintain all required driver and other licenses, including Class “A” commercial driver’s license (CDL) with all required endorsements to include tanker and hazmat endorsements.

Ability to use and maintain respiratory protections equipment.

Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP / GFSI standards as applicable to the facility.

Ability to operate an industrial powered forklift and pallet jack according to company procedures and governmental regulations.

 

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:

  • Physical ability to lift and carry at least 100lbs for short distances
  • Physical ability to stand, walk, squat, and bend as necessary for long periods of time
  • Test negative on the company’s drug tests
  • Exposure to fumes, dirt, and noise on a daily basis
  • May have occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals
  • May require safety equipment and/or precautions

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

 

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

 

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

 

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

 


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