Material Handler/Replenisher

Location: Somerset, NJ, US

As a Material Handler, you play a critical role in keeping production running safely and efficiently by ensuring raw materials are available exactly when and where they’re needed. You’ll manage inventory using automated forecasting systems, stage and transport materials throughout the facility, replenish bulk storage and day tanks, and support robotic and automated production processes. Operating forklifts, drum lifts, pumps, and RF scanners, you’ll help maintain seamless material flow while upholding the highest standards of safety, organization, and operational excellence.

Your key responsibilities

Moves and stages full drums, totes, and pallet loads of materials to compounders in production as needed. Removes empty drums and empty totes from production and drop areas and places in recycling area.
Maintains high use raw material stations, including hot room, powder area, dispensing drum area, manual pour raw material areas. Responsible for maintaining proper inventory levels in 3 bulk storage tanks, refills as needed using portable pump.
Using Fricke inventory management/forecast system, and in partnership with Automation Operator, ensures staging of raw materials to ensure efficient operation of robot. This includes retrieving drums, staging on lift and off-loading at mezzanine.
Using Fricke Inventory management/forcast system, responsible for proper inventory levels in 10 totes (aka day tanks). Bring materials to mezzanine area and pumps raw materials into totes
Operates various types of material-handling equipment, such as forklift trucks, hand trucks, and drum lift, elevator, in accordance with safety rules and regulations. Must be able to use and operate an RFK scanner.
Maintains a clean and safe work area, and adheres to safety regulations, and procedures, understanding the hazards that are associated with the job duties, to include chemicals and power operated vehicles.

We offer

Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability gamechangers, you’ll work on what’s next
Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You bring

High School Degree or equivalency (GED) required.
3-5 years warehouse experience required.
Fork lift certification required
Ability to handle heavy materials, including drums (lifting requirement of up to 60 lbs.)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Possesses strong commitment to team environment dynamics.

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Hourly range: $20.00-$22.00

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.

Material Handler/Replenisher-Somerset, NJ.

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