Material Handler

Stepan Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 51,577,344 - 63,038,976; Full time

Job summary

Stepan Company in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Material Handling Operator to operate locomotives, load and unload railcars, and manage railcar inventories. The role requires adherence to site procedures and safety standards while supporting product blending and order fulfillment.

The successful candidate will have experience with industrial utilities or chemical manufacturing operations, and the ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience in industrial utilities or chemical manufacturing operations.
• Experience troubleshooting / applying mechanical skills for minor repairs on process equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate locomotive safely through high traffic areas multiple times daily.
• Create blended products accurately from recipes to meet customer orders; load rail cars / tank trucks per site procedures.
• Maintain railcar inventory, organize, weigh, and separate between 11 different product railcars, loaded or empty.
• Inspect track and switches daily and notify supervision on issues needing addressing.
• Offloading raw material from rail cars / tanks trucks.

Skills

Industrial utilities

Chemical manufacturing operations

Mechanical repairs

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

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The Wilmington, NC site currently has an opening for a Material Handling Operator. This position reports directly to the Production Superintendent. The successful candidate will have prior experience in locomotive operations and railcar loading and unloading. This role is scheduled on 8-hour day shifts, five days per week, with some weekend overtime required. Candidates must also have the flexibility to adjust their work schedule as needed to support business needs.

Job Responsibilities and Expectations

• Operate locomotive safely through high traffic areas multiple times daily.
• Create blended products accurately from recipes to mee customer orders. Loading rail cars / tank trucks with polyol per site procedures.
• Maintain railcar inventory, organize, weigh, and separate between 11 different product railcars, loaded or empty.
• Inspect track and switches daily and notify supervision on any issues that need addressing.
• Offloading raw material from rail cars / tanks trucks.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience in industrial utilities or chemical manufacturing operations
• Experience troubleshooting / applying mechanical skills for minor repairs on process equipment

Preferred Skills:

• 2-year minimum experience in industrial utilities or chemical manufacturing
• Fork-lift certified and Lull certification
• Chemical material handling experience
• Experience moving and spotting railcars
• SAP experience

Education

• High school diploma or GED

Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 19 global manufacturing locations and over 2,400 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Stepan is a global specialty and intermediate chemical manufacturer that has been serving a broad range of industries for over 90years. Today, Stepan is a $2.7 billion revenue company. Our continued success is driven by the passion and commitment of our 2,500+ employees around the world.

Why Work At Stepan?

• Stable & Growing
• Collaborative Environment
• Make a Difference & Be Recognized
• Committed to Safety & Sustainability
• Value Driven Culture

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