Commodity Handler

Louisdreyfuscompany; Claypool (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

Louisdreyfuscompany is seeking a loader/unloader at our soybean crushing and biodiesel plant in Indiana. The role loads trucks and railcars, unloads beans, and ensures product quality in line with Company standards.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 4 years in an industrial setting, and be able to operate skid loaders, front-end loaders and forklifts; familiarity with OSHA safety rules is preferred; willingness to work varied shifts and heights is required.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• Ability to operate skid loaders, front-end loaders and forklifts.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Load final product onto trucks and railcars to ensure on-time delivery.
• Unload grain trucks and railcars to meet daily production schedules.
• Inspect equipment and perform routine adjustments and minor maintenance.
• Operate meal loading/receiving areas and respond to field changes.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and wear PPE as required.
• Assist with housekeeping and general facility readiness.

Skills

Skid loaders

Front-end loaders

Forklift operation

Industrial environment experience

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical degree (preferred)

Job description

Overall Purpose and Objective of Position

This position loads and unloads products at a soybean crushing and biodiesel plant. Primary functions are to load trucks and railcars with product or unload beans in receiving whichever is assigned. Responsible for complying with all applicable Company grade incoming grain; determine whether grain is of acceptable quality and rejects those loads not meeting Company standards. Also responsible for complying with all applicable Company and government regulations.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Upholds all LDC Policy and standards. Abides by all Work rules. Complete and maintain all training associated with the position, and all new criteria that becomes available in the future required by LDC
• Loads final product on to trucks and railcars to ensure timely delivery of all handled products.
• Unloads grain trucks and railcars as needed to meet the plant's daily production schedules.
• Inspects material handling equipment and performs routine adjustments and minor maintenance as needed.
• Oversee and operate the meal loading and receiving area by HMI as well as make any changes required in the field.
• Reports any equipment issues to Shift Leaders in a timely fashion.
• Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and wears proper personal protective equipment (PPE) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities.
• Continuous progression is expected of all employees, until maximum progression is achieved in each role
• Able to work at heights

Additional Responsibilities Functions

• Ensures work area is kept free from safety hazards which require regular bending and occasional lifting. Fully responsible for housekeeping as directed by management of the Prep/Ext building and grounds of the entire facility (including but not limited to control room trash, snow removal, etc.)
• Performs small maintenance related task such as patching holes, changing shear pins, and clearing out plugged equipment)
• Completes tasks assigned by the Superintendents and Shift Supervisors
• Actively participates in Shift/Team activities including complying with best practices, standard operating procedures, development and maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.
• Actively participates in job-related training as required.
• Attains Level 1 Rail training to assist in basic railyard functions as directed by level progressions
• Other duties as assigned

Equipment Used

• Production machinery and operating equipment with dials, gauges and controls.
• Use of computer for entering data into electronic data system and control operating equipment.
• Use of occupational health and safety testing equipment (e.g., air monitors) in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Working Conditions

Safety Sensitive position with Continuous 24/7 plant operation. Regular exposure to a variety of temperatures and prevailing weather conditions; regular exposure to gases, vapors, dust, odors and flammable liquids; occasional exposure to areas with wet floors and high volume of noise. Heavy lifting of manufacturing materials and products is required. Position will require regular stair climbing and extended periods of walking and standing in order to access and occasionally work in remote areas of the plant, heights and confined spaces. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be worn in compliance with Company standards and government regulations. Extensions of regular working hours are occasionally necessary to complete time-sensitive projects or to respond to emergencies.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

Basic qualifications: High school diploma/GED.

Preferred qualification: Technical degree.

Experience

Basic qualifications: 4 years of experience in an industrial environment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

• Experience in the operation of skid loaders, front-end loaders and/or forklift.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery and computer systems while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements, e.g., OSHA (including PSM), EPA, USDA, ISO 9000 and B-Q-9000.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires bending and lifting.
• Mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, basic math and fundamental PC skills.
• Preferred qualifications: (Preferred) 6 months experience truck and railcar loading and unloading, rail tank and car loading

What We Offer

• - Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and