Receiving Operator

Colonial Chemical; South Pittsburg (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Colonial Chemical is seeking a Receiving Operator in South Pittsburg, Tennessee. The role involves safely unloading/loading tanker trucks, maintaining accurate records, and adhering to company safety policies.

Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. Forklift experience is a plus. This position requires overtime and a commitment to safety practices.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.
• Available to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• Must maintain good housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Safely unload and load tanker trucks per SOP procedures.
• Transport materials on receiving dock with a forklift.
• Carefully maintain shipping records for requested categories.

Skills

Forklift experience

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Receiving Operator

Position Type: Hourly + overtime

Hours: 10am-6:30pm Mon-Friday

Reports to: Receiving Lead

Job Summary

• Safely unload and load tanker trucks per SOP procedures.
• Will be trained to operate the yard dog to move tankers and box trailers around the plant.
• Unload inbound raw material trucks using a forklift.
• Receive goods and verify the quality and count of all items unloaded from trucks and trailers.
• Carefully and accurately maintain shipping records for requested categories including goods returned and returnable pallets.
• Notify receiving lead or plant manager of major discrepancies or over-shipments.
• Transport materials on receiving dock with a forklift.
• Keep up to date on company safety training & policies.
• General knowledge of inventory system and trained on inventory SOPs.

Requirements

• Candidates must be available to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• Must have perfect attendance.
• Prospective candidates must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the warehouse, on the loading dock and inside and outside work.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Must maintain good housekeeping.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

• Good, safe manufacturing practice.
• Work independently with little supervision and within a team environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication.
• Ability to accurately sort, count, and verify items received.
• Basic understanding of warehouse procedures.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with inventory software to maintain records, input data, and create reports.
• Must be able to communicate and work with different levels of management to improve the process.