Bulk Dock Operator - Forklift & Railcar Handling (12h Shifts)

American Sugar Refining; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

401k with match

Quarterly bonus program

Vacation - 3 weeks/calendar year (pror

9 Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Training & career growth opportunities

Job summary

ASR Group in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Bulk Dock Operator to unload incoming sugar and molasses from rail cars. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

You will operate pay loaders and forklifts, ensure safe handling, maintain cleanliness, and complete department paperwork. A HS Diploma or GED is preferred, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work 12-hour shifts.

ASR Group offers a robust benefits package and competitive hourly pay of $21.00.

Qualifications

• Prior packaging experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate pay loader and forklifts.
• Move rail cars into and out of building following established procedures and performing required checks.
• Install transition chutes and open rail cars involving heavy lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Clean out empty railcars using supplied tools.
• Clean up sugar spills that occur during performance of their job.
• Maintain cleanliness of bulk dock and 3rd floor sugar processing area.
• Inspect magnets and sifters daily.
• Be vigilant for any product contamination and report any contamination or otherwise dangerous issues to shift supervisor or management.
• Must understand and be able to accurately complete all department paperwork.
• Take samples from railcars to QC for color analysis.
• Adhere to company dress and conduct policies.
• Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Procedures in handling product and cleaning equipment.
• Assist in cleaning of the plant as required.
• Check daily non-edible tote on 2nd floor and change as needed.
• Get railcar inventory from tracks 1 and 2 daily.
• Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained.
• Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action.
• Assist in the plant when and where needed.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

ASR Group in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Bulk Dock Operator to unload incoming sugar and molasses from rail cars. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.

You will operate pay loaders and forklifts, ensure safe handling, maintain cleanliness, and complete department paperwork. A HS Diploma or GED is preferred, ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to work 12-hour shifts.

ASR Group offers a robust benefits package and competitive hourly pay of $21.00.