Wheel Loader/Terminal Operator

CGB Enterprises Inc; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Medical

Prescription drug

Dental

Vision

Life

Disability benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Paid leave

Wellness programs

Recognition programs

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

CGB Enterprises, Inc. in Kentucky is seeking a front-end loader operator to support unloading barges and bulk products at our facilities. You will load trucks with granular fertilizer, perform routine housekeeping, and help maintain safety standards.

The role requires basic math, reliable teamwork, and the ability to follow instructions and PPE protocols. Hours are typically 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM with possible extended hours and weekend work, and compensation ranges from $18 to $25 per hour

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: None required; preferred 1 year in an industrial setting.
• Strong math, communication, and ability to follow safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader to load trucks with granular fertilizer.
• Load railcars and trucks to specifications.
• Perform deckhand duties: securing barges, reading drafts, opening/closing lids.
• Participate in the Safety Program and daily pre-shift meetings.
• Complete documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! At CGB, you can contribute to meaningful work, grow professionally and personally, and belong in a place where everyone has a voice.

Founded in 1969, CGB Enterprises, Inc. is known as an innovative and progressive leader in the grain and transportation industries. Today, CGB operates an enterprise with over 100 locations and nearly 2,000 U.S. employees overseeing a diverse family of businesses that provide an array of services for producers and logistics services for an international base of customers.

The combination of our assets provides a growing organization that is celebrating over 50 years of strength and stability! This position carries a variety of responsibilities, which includes operating a front-end loader to load trucks with granular fertilizer and conducting various maintenance/housekeeping jobs as instructed. The typical hours are 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM with some extended hours and weekend work. This job is primarily responsible for working at facilities that unload barges of bulk and/or break bulk products. This job performs a wide variety of duties that are based on the daily needs of the operation.

In this job, you will:

• Actual responsibilities will vary depending on daily needs and type of facility.
• Fully participate in the company Safety Program and attends daily pre-shift meetings.
• Perform all duties within compliance of OSHA, company safety, and environmental regulations (ISO where applicable); including wearing appropriate PPE for task being performed.
• Perform deckhand responsibilities e.g., properly securing barges, reading drafts, opening, closing, removing and placement of lids, tying off barges, etc.
• Operate a skid loader inside of barge during final stage of barge unloading process.
• Set up and perform the operation of conveyor system(s), where applicable.
• Ensure the correct product is directed to the correct storage area, where applicable.
• Perform clean-up of barge once unload is completed by sweeping and/or shoveling.
• Perform the loading of railcars and trucks to specifications, where applicable.
• Complete documentation timely, accurately and legibly.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment and perform PM, where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned; including assisting in the general housekeeping of entire work area.

Here’s what you’ll need to be considered:

• Education Required - High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience Required – None.
• Preferred – 1 years’ experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide). Effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of people within and outside the organization. Ability to complete documentation requirements. Able to follow direction and to use logical thought process to interpret oral and written instructions and troubleshoot problems. Ability to work well both independently and within a team environment. Ability to use tools appropriate for assigned task. Ability to remain focused on exceptional customer service, both internally and externally.

Here’s additional information you need to know:

Physical Demands & Requirements

The physical demands and requirements frequencies of this job may vary depending on the specific location and operational needs as well as other factors. Ability to balance constantly/continuously. Ability to bend, stoop, twist, crouch, crawl, kneel and squat (constantly/continuously) frequently. Ability to (frequently) climb stairs and climb ladders (and work at) to significant heights. Ability to concentrate on task without becoming distracted, constantly/continuously. Ability to distinguish grade, color, odor and various damage characteristics in grain samples. (at some facilities) Ability to distinguish, with a degree of accuracy, differences or similarities in intensity or quality odors, or recognizing particular odors, using nose. Ability to enter information into a computer (observations, other computers). Ability to grasp and reach frequently. Ability to lift/push/pull 50 lbs. occasionally to continuously depending on daily needs of location. Ability to meet requirement of and utilize all applicable PPE, when applicable. Ability to meet requirements of PFT and fit testing, when applicable. Ability to pass all required testing under FRA and DOT for this position (where applicable). Ability to perform work in confined spaces. Ability to safely walk on barge surface(s) with the ability to work around (deep/swift) water. Ability to stand and walk constantly/continuously. Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over two-way radio (and recognize emergency alarms). Ability to understand and communicate written instructions. Ability to walk safely on top of railcars, open gates, operate vibrators etc., where applicable. Ability to work extended hours, weekend, holidays and/or alternate shifts as needed. Ability to work in an environment with high dust levels around grain and other bulk products (where applicable). Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions. Acutely aware of surroundings with ability to quickly adjust to a signal or change in environment. Uses near, far and peripheral vision and depth perception for task(s) being performed; may need to be able to identify problems with grain.

Environmental Conditions

The work environment described here are meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment. Travel, 5%-20% travel may be required at some facilities. This may include off-site training and/or work at alternate locations.

The expected base pay range for this role is: $18.00 - $25.00. Actual pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including work location, job-related knowledge, skills and relevant experience for the job. Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.

Benefits

• an outstanding 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions
• medical
• prescription drug
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability benefits
• flexible spending accounts
• paid leave (holidays, vacation, sick)
• wellness programs
• recognition programs
• community involvement opportunities
• and much more!

The HR staff at CGB Enterprises, Inc. delivers HR solutions to CGB Enterprises, Inc. and its Subsidiaries in addition to Zen-Noh Grain Corporation, Zen-Noh Hay, Inc. and Cooper Consolidated, LLC. Operating within the diverse family of businesses at CGB Enterprises, Inc. are Consolidated Grain and Barge Co., River Bend Transport, River Bend Brokerage, AgriFinancial, CGB Marine, CGB Soybean Processing, Consolidated Terminals and Logistics Company, and North Dakota Soybean Processors, LLC.

CGB Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal links in English or Spanish are listed here.

Also, we are unable to legally hire anyone who is not eligible to work in the United States nor are we able to sponsor visas.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.