Material Handler- Loader 3rd shift

About the job Material Handler
- Loader 3rd shift

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this job. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified.

USALCO Mentor Plant, LLC is a major unit within the manufacturing network of a leading provider of aluminum-based component products used in water treatment, pulp and paper manufacturing, the making of catalysts for oil refining, the housing market and other sectors. The right individual will have a can-do attitude, the ability to be part of a team while operating independently and consistently perform to very high standards.

The person in this role is responsible for loading manufactured chemical products in tanker trucks, railcars, totes and drums while assuring compliance is achieved in all company associated policies. The position requires a motivated, detail oriented, and results driven team player who:

• Incorporates safety and quality into every decision while performing day-to-day activities.
• Must be willing to work 3rd shift hours 11PM to 7AM Monday through Friday.
• Effectively communicates with Supervisor and peers.
• Can efficiently handle chemicals and operate equipment to safely manufacture quality products.
• Will actively seek out opportunities for process improvement and take full responsibility for collaborating with management and peers to implement approved changes in a timely manner.

The employee in this position will be a positive-natured, task-oriented individual with chemical manufacturing experience and significant mechanical aptitude. The Material Handler-Loader 3rd shift is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and ability to follow procedures. The person must possess excellent communication skills necessary to keep the Supervisor and peers informed of production status. This person must be personally and professionally motivated to work constructively with team members at all levels within the company to execute job responsibilities.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Requires planning skills to prioritize daily process operation
• Must be able to pay attention to detail
• Knowledge of chemical manufacturing and equipment
• Must be dependable, flexible and able to respond on short notice to satisfy the requirements of customers.
• Requires good interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to clearly communicate with others, both verbally and in written form
• Strong Analytical and Mathematical aptitude
• Typical office organizational skills, with basic computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
• General industrial maintenance/operations experience including pipe assembly, pump installation and repair, and general mechanical equipment knowledge.
• Forklift experience and certification preferred. If not, must be able to complete certification through USALCO within 30 days.
• Must be able to learn liquid loading operations within 60 calendar days of being hired.

EDUCATION:
A High School Diploma or GED equivalent required

EXPERIENCE:

• Chemical or manufacturing experience, preferred
• Rail car experience, preferred
• Rail Track mobile experience.
• Prior Forklift driving experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must be able to wear a APR (SCBA respirator system), pass Spirometry test and comply to wear one, as required.
• Routinely lift 35 to 50 lbs. throughout the shift
• Routinely stand 80% of shift
• Routinely climb stairs
• Work both indoors and outdoors during all seasons

USALCO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, USALCO does not offer employment visa sponsor ships upon hire or in the future.