Material Handler - Starting Pay $22.48/Hour

Primient

Loudon (TN)

On-site

USD 25,548 - 36,387

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Multiple Healthcare plan choices

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Parental leave for new parents

Job summary

A food and beverage company in Loudon, TN is seeking a Material Handler to load and unload materials, ensure safety compliance, and operate heavy machinery. The role offers a starting pay of $22.48/hour and requires working a rotating shift schedule. Applicants should have a high school diploma and mechanical operating experience. The company values a culture of safety and inclusion and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

Mechanical equipment operating experience preferred.
Must be able to work in hot and cold temperatures.
Ability to perform physical duties including lifting 55 lbs.

Responsibilities

Load and unload barges, trucks, and/or rail cars.
Operate corn-unloading systems and heavy equipment.
Complete daily documentation and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Basic mathematics

Reading comprehension

Problem solving

Clear communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hitachi

Bobcat

Front end loader

Clam Shell

Skid steer loader

Job description

Overview

Material Handler - Starting Pay $$22.48/Hour at Primient. The Material Handler role in the Loudon Plant Barge Terminal is an operator level position reporting to the Barge Terminal Area Manager. The Material Handler focuses on loading and unloading trucks, rails, and barges in a safe, efficient manner. Material Handlers are responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment and basic maintenance and troubleshooting. This role requires a 12-hour rotating shift schedule working days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Load and unload barges, trucks, and/or rail cars.
Safely perform Deckhand duties on Barges.
Operate corn-unloading systems at Silo’s, including corn sample analysis and documentation. Operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to Hitachi, Bobcat, front end loader, Clam Shell, and skid steer loader.
Participate in all safety training, daily safety meetings, and safety audits; report injuries and accidents immediately.
Complete safety initiatives and incentives on time.
Participate in the creation of JSA and SOPs.
Issue permits (work permit, lockout/tagout, and hot work permits). Know locations of headcount areas, emergency evacuation routes, and storm shelters. Knowledge of USCG MarSec levels.
Know area goals and principles.
Know Primient policies and procedures. Flexible and willing to work scheduled shifts including night shifts, weekends, rotation/swing shifts, holidays and overtime as needed. Understand hazards of inclement weather. Complete area testing.
Startup and shutdown procedures for equipment and systems; troubleshoot and communicate issues.
Maintain safety and GMP standards in the area.
Give clear, well-communicated turnovers to the next shift.
Complete daily documentation and log-book.
Draft and prep barges; deckhand knowledge (knot tying) to properly secure barges and loading/unloading cells.
Report inventory and railcar off-loading (Grain Smart).
Knowledge of gentle rolls and baghouse clean-out.
Clear communication skills.
Draft Notifications.
Ability to work in hot and cold temperatures, climb and work at heights exceeding 50 feet, climb ladders, lift and carry 55 lbs, and perform other physical duties.

Safety Accountabilities

Protecting our people and the environment is foundational to our business.
Each team member is expected to support the Primient culture where Environment, Health and Safety are the overriding values in all activities.
Every team member is accountable for working safely and complying with all EHS policies, procedures and regulations relevant to their work; speak up and intervene to prevent unsafe conditions and to respect fellow workers and the communities in which we work.
Abide by our Life Saving Principles (LSPs) and STOP WORK AUTHORITY to strengthen workplace safety and prevent serious injury or loss of life.

What you bring to us

High School diploma or equivalent
Mechanical equipment operating experience preferred.
Must be able to demonstrate basic mathematics, reading comprehension, and problem solving.
Willing and able to work outside in upset and normal weather conditions
Willing to work a 12 hour rotating shift schedule working days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Working in Loudon, TN

Our Primient plant is part of the largest and most complex facility across our network and has been part of the Loudon community for over 80 years. It has been a hub of innovation and technology and will continue to be a flagship facility for Primient. Today, more than 350 team members work at our plant and administration building. We are proud of our strong community relations, our excellent safety record, and our local community outreach and service. Our promising future makes it an exciting place to be.

Relocating to Loudon

Located about 32 miles south of Knoxville. Loudon is home to around 6,650 people. Loudon scores well for livability, cost of living and schools – this is a place to enjoy the outdoors lifestyle. Just 1.5 hr away from Sevierville and Gatlinburg for an incredible vacation and shopping. Full details are available on request but include a comprehensive package to assist with city visits, moving expenses, and other relocation benefits. If you are looking to move your career forward, with a company you are proud to work for and ready to invest in you, then remove relocation as an obstacle, and apply today.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

Competitive Pay
Multiple Healthcare plan choices
Dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
Paid holidays & vacation
Floating days off
Parental leave for new parents
Employee resource groups
Learning & development programs
Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, thrive and progress.

Equal Opportunity

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

Privacy

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and data privacy laws apply in jurisdictions where we recruit and hire employees. We collect information for hiring purposes including name, contact information, job preferences, work availability, education, employment history, references, background checks, and other related data. This information is used for hiring decisions and compliance.

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