Milliken & Company

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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Encapsys Chemical Logistics Coordinator

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Chemical Logistics Coordinator II is responsible for developing, implementing and sustaining an effective and efficient inventory control process for materials handled within the Innovation Headquarters including the Central Storeroom, Research Labs and the Pilot Capsule Plant. This role is expected to efficiently perform duties related to procuring/ordering, stocking, dispensing, disposing, shipping and receiving chemicals (raw materials and retains) and supplies handled within the Innovation Headquarters. The position manages the Chemical Waste Process and guides the daily activities of the Central Storeroom Technician I.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Inventory control processes for materials handled within the Innovation Headquarters Central Storeroom, Research Labs and the Pilot Capsule Plant – that are effective and efficient - are developed and implemented.

Duties are performed related to procuring/ordering, stocking, dispensing, disposing, shipping, and receiving of any chemicals (raw materials and retains) and supplies within the Innovation Headquarters in an efficient manner.

Chemical, Equipment and Supply Management

Administer the Chemical Management System including Safety Data Sheet management and labeling processes and conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance.

Serve as the Chemical Management Location System Administrator.

Monitor and maintain inventory level that includes conducting physical inventory and reconciliation within chemical management system

Maintain chemical storage area to be clean and organized

Contact vendors for delivery, service, and lead-time issues

• Shipping & Receiving
• Manage the Commercial and Non-Commercial Shipping request process.
• Perform and support all activities related to shipping and receiving including paperwork preparation, packaging and labeling determination, pickup scheduling, and delivery driver’s assistance.
• DOT/IATA/IMDG shipping training and certification required
• Coordinate all Chemical Transportation regulation compliance training
• Order and maintain Hazmat shipping packaging inventory
• Maintain PIV (Power Industrial Vehicle) certification
• Maintain shipping and receiving area to be clean and organized
• Waste Management
• Coordinate hazardous waste labeling, disposal, tracking, etc. (RCRA trained)
• Manage chemical waste drums and accumulation area
• Manage oil waste accumulation and disposal
• Maintain proper control of waste management and its documentation as required by Federal, state, and local government

Responsible Care

• Be aware of the relevant requirements of the Responsible Care Management System (RC-14001) and follow plant procedures to ensure compliance to requirements.
• Understand the RC-14001 Significant Aspects of your job and help ensure controls are in place to reduce or eliminate negative impacts.
• Minimize waste, prevent pollution and conserve energy while performing job tasks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the environmental, health, safety, security and Responsible Care performance and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS – REQUIRED

• 3 – 4 years of experience with chemical handling and inventory management is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, and rapid changes
• Strong computer skills and experience with Chemical Management and Inventory Management Systems is desired
• Strong work ethic, self-directed and able to work collaboratively in a team environment or individually with little supervision while performing consistent and with strong follow-up
• Able to communicate effectively and maintain good relationships with internal and external customers
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Committed to meeting or exceeding customer expectations
• Capable of working safely with chemicals and equipment
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs.

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Associates degree in Chemistry or other related science field can be substituted for less experience
• High school diploma or (GED) required

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.