Job Description
Job Description
Position Description :
Perform duties to load and unload raw and finished materials via tank trucks and railcars with a Safety-minded attitude that maintains and enhances a Safety-culture for the benefit of the Company and its employees.
Primary Responsibilities :
- Control product flow by tracing lines, opening / closing valves, and operating appropriate pumps as determined by line usage or product
- Load and unload materials from tanker trucks and railroad cars
- Maintain traffic operations by following and adjusting shipment schedules; communicating with laboratory and sales to acquire shipping documentation; communicating with delivery personnel to verify receipt of arrivals and loading instructions
- Prepare shipments by insuring loads contain correct product, weights, and required paperwork
- Inspect vehicles (trucks / railcars) and equipment for cleanliness and acceptability of loads
- Documents shipping and receiving logs by recording product, weight and arrival / shipment time
- Provide direction to the Railroad regarding the movement of railcars in and out of the plant and assists the Railroad as needed
- Operate the shuttle wagon or participate in ground work activities during the internal railcar switching process
- Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements and regulations
- Maintain work environment by cleaning pump house and equipment; including but not limited to tanks and railcars, and other areas as assigned
- Conduct on-the-job training of co-workers, as needed
- Performs other duties as assigned
Supervisory / Management Responsibilities :
Not Applicable
Requirements :
High school graduate or equivalentAble to speak, read and write EnglishBasic math skillsAble to measure accurately in feet and inches using tape measures and rulersBasic working knowledge of computersAble to work variable shifts, overtime and weekends as neededValid driver’s licensePhysical Requirements :
Able to frequently lift, up to and occasionally in excess of, 50 poundsAble to tolerate extreme weather conditions; working outsideAble to scale tank trucks and rail cars in addition to excessive walking; stair and ladder climbing; and tolerate heightsTraining Period :
One to three months meeting all above requirementsThis is a union position and comes with benefits provided by the union, upon completion of the 90 day probationary period. Benefits include : medical, vision and dental as well as 1 week of paid time off after 1 year of employment.