Facility Technician I

Frac-Chem is a distributor of oilfield chemical products based in Lafayette, Louisiana. The Parent Company, Vinmar International has a nearly four decade history of multi-billion dollar product distribution and marketing success in the USA and in global markets in the Plastics and Chemical Distribution Industry.Responsibilities: Assisting the facility manager in organizing and executing tasks in the facilityParticipating in and operating daily functions of the warehouse/facility, customer service, inventory, incoming and outgoing transport equipment, equipment requirements for having a proper activity in the facility to fulfil required activity and operationsPerforming day-to-day functions and working of the warehouse/facility activitiesEnsuring compliance with the warehouse/facility operating and safety procedures and all requirements regarding safety operations in the warehouseMove materials from location to location in the facility and yard as instructed by, carrying, pushing, rolling, or operating hand trucks, forklifts, hoists, motorized conveyors or other material handling equipmentLoad and unload trucks according to established safety and operating proceduresAssist preparation of shipments by staging, counting, documenting, and packaging materials for safe transportDistribute received shipments by delivering materials to proper location within the facility. Process paperwork to record transactionAssist in physically locating Customer Property materialsAssist team with load outs or any staging of equipmentPhysically prepares materials for safe movement or shipment including use of banding machine, clincher, stretch film, crating or other meansPractices good housekeeping in assigned areas and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policiesPromptly report any operational problems or safety issues with machinery, tools or equipment to Team Leader Requirements Knowledge of safety and legal documentation processes for handling warehouse related operationsKnowledge and ability to handle liquid chemicals, including storage and stowage of such products. Transload chemicals from various recipients from Iso tanks / stackable totes / bottles including using mechanical pumps, connectors and hosesForklift Certified and having recent operating experienceMachine Operation experienceAbility to work on feet for the majority of the dayAbility to climb ladders, work at heights - such as connecting hoses to truck/trailer topsAbility to lift weight of up to 50 pounds repeatedly for loading/unloading purposesLiquid Chemicals operations experience including but not limited to storage, stowage, handling of liquid chemicals, transloading operations, using mechanical pumps and connection hosesAbility to manage time, resolve crisis and be able to make prompt decisions when effectively and efficiently necessaryEssential Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended durations (8-12 hour shifts) on hard surfaces. Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and squat to perform tasks such as material handling, hose connections, equipment inspection, and housekeeping. Ability to climb ladders and work at elevated heights, including accessing tops of tanks and trailers. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a repetitive basis; heavier loads with team lift or mechanical assistance. Ability to push and pull loaded equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, hoses, carts)Ability to perform repetitive movements including reaching, grasping, and handling materials at various heights (ground level to overhead)Ability to work in physically demanding environments, including exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, cold, humidity)Additional Requirements: Ability to effectively manage time, respond to operational issues, and make timely decisions · Basic computer and telephone proficiency Benefits Health InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance - company paid and voluntary401(k) with company matchingEmployee assistance programDisability - company paid