Receiving and Shipping Operator

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Rail and Material Handling Operations:
  • Connect and disconnect railcars in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements.
  • Unload railcars and tankers using approved methods and equipment.
  • Move and position railcars on the rail siding using a Trackmobile.
  • Transport materials and pallets between outdoor and indoor areas using a forklift or other material-handling equipment.
  • Ensure materials are properly staged, secured, and identified.
• Equipment Operation:
  • Operate powered industrial equipment, including: Forklifts, Trackmobile, Floor sweepers and floor scrubbers.
  • Perform required pre-use inspections of powered industrial equipment and report defects or safety concerns.
  • Operate equipment in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner at all times.
• Housekeeping and Facility Support:
  • Maintain housekeeping standards in the rail siding and surrounding outdoor areas.
  • Operate floor sweepers and scrubbers to maintain cleanliness in assigned areas.
  • Empty trash dumpsters into compactors and ensure waste areas are clean and orderly.
  • Assist with general yard and dock cleanliness as needed.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Follow all safety policies, procedures, and work instructions.
  • Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Report unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and equipment issues promptly.
  • Support environmental, health, and safety initiatives and audits.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment (forklift, Trackmobile, floor sweeper/scrubber), or willingness to be trained and certified.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical And Work Environment Requirements

• Work is performed primarily outdoors at a rail siding and yard area.
• Exposure to hot and cold weather, rain, snow, and varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to: Stand and walk for extended periods, lift, push, and pull materials (with or without reasonable accommodation), climb, bend, stoop, and work around rail equipment and industrial machinery.

Schedule And Availability

• May include shift work, weekends, overtime, or on-call assignments as required by operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous shipping, receiving, or warehouse experience.
• Prior railcar handling or Trackmobile experience.
• Forklift or other powered industrial truck certification.
• Experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Safety Commitment Statement

(Optional but Recommended) Safety is a core value of this position. The Shipping and Receiving Operator is expected to actively participate in maintaining a safe workplace and to stop work if unsafe conditions are observed.