Transload Operator

Heniff Transportation Systems; Moss Point (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Heniff Transportation Systems seeks a reliable Transload Operator in the United States to unload bulk liquid railcars into tank trailers and maintain required documentation. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and adherence to customer guidelines.

Responsibilities include operating railcar loading systems, ensuring proper lockout procedures, and providing precise on-site railcar inventories with product estimates. Must have HS diploma or GED and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ownership for actions and decisions.
• Self-starting work style and ability to work under management direction.
• Proven team player with collaborative approach.
• Ability to focus on progress and what can be done next.
• Clear, effective information organization and conveyance.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Participation in safety training programs as required.
• English reading, writing, and speaking proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Unloading bulk liquid railcars to tank trailers following procedures.
• Maintain documentation including seal logs, loading paperwork, and railcar paperwork to meet customer requirements.
• Convey and enforce compliance with procedures.
• Operate railcar loading systems and equipment.
• Provide accurate track lists of railcars on site with estimated product amounts.
• Pull product samples per customer guidelines.
• Report to Operations Supervisor and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Self-starter

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Safety training

English literacy

Education

High school diploma / GED / equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!
We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Heniff Transportation provides best-in‑class supply chain solutions to our valued customers by utilizing our network of supply chain services and resources. We focus on creating extraordinary growth and value across the markets, industries, and customers we serve through outstanding safety, innovation, and service performance. We accomplish this through one of the largest, fully integrated networks of terminals, transload and tank wash facilities in North America and now in Canada. We strive to be the BEST at everything we do.

Position Summary

The Transload Operator is responsible for unloading Bulk liquid railcars to tank trailers. Maintain proper documentation (seal logs, loading paperwork, railcar paperwork) to meet Food grad customer requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Transload Operator follows operational guidelines and procedures.

• Convey and enforce compliance of procedures effectively.

• The Transload Operator loads and unloads a variety of bulk liquid.

• Operate railcar loading systems and equipment.

• The Transload Operator participates in safety training programs.

• Ensure tracks are locked out and blue flags placed before start of work.

• The Transload Operator keeps storage containers neat and clean.

• The Transload Operator provides accurate track list of railcars on site with estimated product amounts.

• Pull product samples from railcars per customer guidelines.

• The Transload Operator performs additional duties as required.

• The Transload Operator reports directly to the Operations Supervisor.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

• Must have a valid driver’s license

Preferred qualifications:

• Chemical Operator Experience

• Warehouse Operations Experience

Essential Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to take ownership for one’s own actions or decision

• Proven skill as a self-starter that works as a team member under direction of management

• Demonstrated ability to focus attention on determining what can be done to make progress

• Ability to clearly organize and effectively convey information

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions with minimal supervision

• Understand fully the work being done

• Interact and collaborate with other team members professionally

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently

Physical Demands:

• The position climbs on and off railcars.

• The position requires walking long distances.

• Consistently bend, stoop, kneel, and climb on elevated surfaces.

• Work, walk, and stand on uneven ballast surfaces for long periods of time.

• Required to lift up to 50 lbs. consistently throughout the course of a shift.

• The position operates basic hand tools.

• Wear and properly use a variety of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.

• Ability to operate in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Work Environment:

• Work in various temperatures indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions: including extreme heat and cold.

• Work in potentially elevated noise levels.

At Heniff, we believe our biggest asset is our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. Heniff treats all candidates and employees with respect and does not discriminate in our recruiting, hiring, and promoting processes and general treatment during employment, including on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or disability.