Loadout Operator

AAK AB; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

AAK Newark, NJ is hiring a Loadout Operator to manage bulk vegetable oil loading/offloading on a 7-day rotating shift. You’ll prepare shipping documents, maintain schedules, and perform sanitation and basic equipment repairs.

We value detail, math and mechanical aptitude, with 2–3 years in manufacturing. Associates degree preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred; high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Strong problem solving and math skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), time management and organizational skills.
• 2-3 years in related field or related experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Demonstrated ability to work and thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment with evolving priorities and constraints.

Responsibilities

• Load and offload all bulk shipment containers, completing documentation and oil analysis.
• Meet loading quotas while ensuring safety and quality.
• Assist Shift Leader to meet production schedules and deliveries.
• Perform sanitation, inspection, lubrication and basic repairs of equipment.
• Participate in safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Problem solving

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Team player

Manufacturing experience

Education

Associates degree preferred

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Making Better Happen

Our story goes back more than 150 years to the windy coast where Sweden and Denmark meet. From our success in Scandinavia, we've grown into the world's leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people all across the globe. We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it's not just food — we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet. Every one of us works towards our shared purpose: Making Better Happen. Everything we do is about Making Better Happen together. Join nearly 4,000 like-minded colleagues globally and build a better future with us.

Build a better future as a Loudout Operator in Newark, NJ

Compensation Range: $25.64 - $42.73

Possible Bonus: 5%

About the role

The Loadout Operator is involved with the successful daily operation of the facility on a 7-day-a-week rotating shift basis. This requires attention to detail, good record keeping and the safe and efficient operation of industrial equipment. This position is responsible for the loading and offloading of bulk shipments of vegetable oil, the creation of accurate shipping documents, and managing and adhering to the site’s shipping schedule. This position is also responsible for sanitation, inspection, lubrication and basic repairs of assigned production equipment.

Responsibilities

• After training you will be expected to load and offload all bulk shipment containers utilized by the site, completing all required documentation and oil analysis.
• Meet loading quotas dictated by the shipping schedule and shift leader while ensuring compliance with safety and quality requirements.
• Complete all training requested of you.
• Assist the Shift Leader in tasks required to meet production schedules and deliveries.
• Assist other refinery operators in tasks requiring additional manpower.
• Perform sanitation, inspection, lubrication and basic repair of assigned production equipment.
• Perform housekeeping support to refinery operations and roads & grounds.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives for the site.
• Ability to work overtime dictated by business needs or to cover absences of other team members.
• Assist maintenance employees with their tasks as able and as requested.
• Use the forklift and other company tools and equipment in a proper and safe manner.
• Communicate effectively with the shift supervisor on issues and problems that may occur.
• Leave your worksite in the best condition possible, anticipating a busy day.
• Use the computerized work order system and enter work orders for the shift supervisor to evaluate.
• Participate in company activities such as Safety Committee, Audit committees, employee task forces, etc. Contribute to controlling costs and minimizing waste in daily work.
• Support the goal of minimum part sparing consistent with production goals and local vendor support services.

Safety & Environmental Performance

Lead the safety effort by personal example. Support full department compliance with safety rules to further our goal of 0 accidents and encouragement of reporting near misses. Support 0 contractor accidents during major construction or any time maintenance contractors are on site. Identify high-risk safety/productivity issues and help remedy them. Adhere to SOPs and other work procedures as required.

About you

• Associates degree preferred; high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Strong problem solving and math skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), time management and organizational skills.
• 2-3 years in related field or related experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Demonstrated ability to work and thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment with evolving priorities and constraints.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player.
• Strong interpersonal skills that facilitate collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Computer literate (Windows Office, email).
• Ability to work a rotating DuPont schedule (12-hour shifts: Day and Night).

In return AAK offer

• Career paths, training and development, e-learning and tuition reimbursement programs to progress your future career.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire.
• Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500.
• Company match: 100% of the first 3% you contribute to your 401(k), and 50% of the next 3%.
• Free Life and Disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Supplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance Plans.
• Discounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more.
• Celebrations, events, and activities onsite and supporting our communities.
• Recognition incentives for service and peer-to-peer recognition.

About AAK

Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen. We specialize in plant-based oils that are value-adding ingredients in many products people love to consume. We make products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. Our offer includes Customer Co-Development, combining understanding of what better means for each customer with flexible production assets and knowledge across industries including Chocolate & Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and headquartered in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen for more than 150 years.

AAK prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class protected by state or federal law in any aspect of access to employment and application for employment.