Material Handler

Job Description

Operate and maintain machinery and equipment necessary in the loading and unloading of ethanol, wet & dry distillers and corn.

• Timely loading/unloading of all ethanol, distiller’s grains and other products by railcar and truck.
• Proper completion of all records related to the products loaded for shipment from the plant site.
• Able to submit work requests when appropriate.
• Housekeeping as related, but not limited to the cleanliness and orderly organization of all areas that pertain to your duties.
• Keep current on the status of all operating equipment.
• Maintain rolling stock to include loaders, track mobile, skid steer, and fuel loader by checking fluid levels, greasing, lubricating and re-fueling.
• Inspect loaders, track mobile, etc. for defects, cracks, breaks, tires, etc. according to the designated schedule issued by maintenance and document the inspection results.
• Work closely with maintenance and inform them of any mechanical problems.
• Grease and check oil levels on all rolling stock equipment at the designated schedule and document.
• Properly document any accidents and/or injuries.
• Keep the plant in a tour ready condition at all times.
• Frequent communications with the grain grader, feed merchandizer, and operations department.
• Participate in safety programs and ongoing training sessions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Must be hard working and self motivated.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to operate utility vehicles.
• Ability to work well with others and ability to work independently with multi-tasking skills.
• Must have a willingness to learn.
• Exemplify the high standards necessary to accomplish the goals of this company.
• Maintaining a thorough understanding of applicable regulatory requirements of FRA, TTB and state regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Must be able to manage confined space entry, climb ladders and steps, lift up to 60 lbs, and work at heights.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• The employee is regularly exposed to dusty conditions.
• The employee is regularly exposed to high noise environments.
• The employee will regularly be exposed to chemicals used in the process.