Logistics Technician

Cold Steppe Inc.; Rosario; On-site; ARS 60,635,000 - 75,794,000; Full time

Job summary

Cold Steppe Inc. in Arkansas is hiring a Logistics Technician to keep AR-1's biomass flow moving. You will receive feedstock, track inventory, stage shipments, and work with carriers. No prior experience required; training is provided, and you will join one of our first frontline teams.

This role stresses safety, accuracy, and teamwork as we scale AR-1 and future sites. Certification for forklift is preferred, but we will train you to operate equipment and follow all PPE protocols.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; training provided.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/move for extended periods.
• Prior warehouse/logistics experience is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming feedstock and outbound shipments.
• Maintain accurate inventory of feedstock and finished products.
• Stage, pack, and load outbound shipments on schedule.
• Coordinate with carriers as needed for outbound shipments.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment safely (certification training provided).
• Keep warehouse and yard organized with clear labeling and layout.
• Run basic quality checks on incoming/outgoing materials.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory movements and shipments.
• Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements; speak up if unsafe.
• Collaborate with Floor Technician team to ensure continuous feedstock flow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Physical stamina

Willing to learn

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Cold Steppe converts agricultural waste - rice hulls, sawdust, and other overlooked biomass - into biochar and renewable energy. Our mission is simple: To find what is left behind and turn it into something that moves us forward. Our first facility, AR-1, is coming online in Stuttgart, Arkansas, and the people who join now will help set the standard for every site that follows. Cold Steppe is a certified service-disabled veteran-owned business, and veterans, tradespeople, and anyone ready to learn are welcome here.

Steward What Matters Speak Up Stand Together Safe Space No Exceptions Stack the Impact Set the Standard

Employment Type

Full-time, hourly

Schedule

Monday to Friday (8am – 6pm), 8 – 10 hours per day, OT eligible, opportunities for weekends and overnight shifts as production ramps.

Compensation

$40,000–$50,000/year (approx. $19–$24/hr), based on experience and certifications, plus benefits, consistent with our commitment to pay above local prevailing wage

THE ROLE

The Logistics Technician keeps material moving in and out of AR-1, receiving incoming biomass feedstock (rice hulls, sawdust, and other agricultural byproducts), managing inventory, and getting finished biochar staged and shipped out. No prior experience is required; we'll train you on our systems and equipment. This is one of our first frontline hires at AR-1 - you'll help build the habits this facility runs on.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Receive and inspect incoming feedstock and outbound shipments, checking against orders and flagging any damage or discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate inventory of feedstock and finished product through regular counts and reconciliation.
• Stage, pack, and load outbound shipments accurately and on schedule, coordinating with carriers as needed.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment safely (forklift certification training provided).
• Keep the warehouse and yard organized, clearly labeled, and laid out for efficient flow.
• Run basic quality checks on incoming and outgoing material and report issues through established procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of inventory movements and shipments.
• Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements, and speak up when something looks unsafe.
• Work closely with the Floor Technician team to keep feedstock flowing to the floor without interruption.

WHAT YOU BRING

• No prior experience required - we'll train you. Prior warehouse, logistics, or material-handling experience is a plus, not a requirement.
• Forklift certification preferred; if you don't have one, we'll get you certified.
• Strong attention to detail - inventory accuracy matters.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand and move for extended periods.
• Comfort working around industrial equipment and outdoor/semi-outdoor conditions.
• A team-first attitude, AR-1's first crew sets the tone for every site that follows.

Make It Safe

Safety isn't a checkbox at Cold Steppe - it's one of our five core values. You'll get full training before working independently, and you're expected to stop the line if something doesn't look right, no exceptions.

GROWTH AT COLD STEPPE

Degrees aren't required for hire or advancement here, we look for talent, dedication, and skill. As AR-1 scales and future facilities come online, we're building structured paths from Logistics Technician into shift lead, supervisor, and specialized technical roles, along with SkillsBridge-aligned training and apprenticeship programs to help you grow with us.