Loading dock assistant

Job Description

Loading dock assistant - Seagraves, TX
This is a full time, hourly position

Essential Job Functions:

• Work in a fast-paced environment to complete various processes including takes sample products from trucks and seals such following completion of lab analysis, and loading to ensure correct variety, type, lot number, and quantity.
• Assists in keeping the department in tour ready condition.
• Clean and sanitize non-product contact surfaces according to established Standard Safety Operating Procedures such as wall, floors, drains, etc.
• Communicate with team/shift employees concerning proper operation of equipment, safety concerns, and maintenance issues in person or with use of two-2 way radio or Work Order.
• Complete tasks according to the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Completes related records of product transferred, ensuring the accuracy of such records and inputs related data into computer.
• Weekly/Quarterly Inventory Check
• Crosscheck scales on a weekly basis to maintain and verify accuracy.
• Fills out Inspection Reports after checking trucks and trailers.
• Lock Out Tag Out of trailer air brakes
• Track, record and report cold storage temperatures daily.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks
• Interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of facility operations and promote a teamwork focused environment.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of equipment and building at all times.
• Monitors processes carefully to ensure the efficient transfer of product to transportation vehicles.
• Operating equipment associated with the loadout and unloading process for forklift
• Performs routine maintenance of department equipment such as checking oil levels and batteries water level.
• Prepares and presents bill of lading to the drivers of the loaded trucks.
• Properly records, closes, tightens and seals trucks after loading and inspection.
• Suggests improvements in work methods and procedures by attending staff meetings and discussing ideas with co-workers and management staff.
• Works in teams to coordinate tasks to efficiently and accurately load products into trailers
• Understand and adhere to ADM's Safety, Environmental Compliance and Food Quality and goal of achieving a zero-injury culture.
• Basic understanding of Performance Excellence(PE)
• Exhibit regular and prompt attendance and maintain attendance record in accordance with company policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in English (verbal/written)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in warehouse/inventory

On-the-Job Training Requirements:

• Complete ADM safety, food safety, quality and environmental training (Good Manufacturing Practices, OSHA Safety Regulations, environmental programs, and operational procedures to ensure the safety of coworkers and product integrity)
• Participate in company planned operations training
• Equipment training may include but not limited to JLG, forklift, non-DOT truck, reach lift, etc.

Working Conditions

• Ambient conditions - Work area is, typically, a non-air-conditioned production environment. Hot or cold Temperatures, all seasonal elements, both indoors and outdoors
• Atmosphere: Dust (Peanut - known allergen)
• Must be able to work around noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift
• Company provided protective clothing required: Uniforms, hardhats, earplugs, safety glasses, hair restraints, steel-toed shoes, gloves and safety harness may be required based on task performed; employees are required to wear all required PPE (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements. *Employees in roles that require respirators will need to be clean shaven.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move about or to a work site by ascending/descending stairs, bending, kneeling and prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling or squatting frequently
• Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights; may require work on ladders, scaffolding or other work at heights or in confined spaces
• Ability to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and up to 50 pounds overhead
• Requires ability and willingness to wear respirators
• Ability to traverse up to two (2) miles during the course of a workday
• Proactively seeks and supports the plant goals and vision in accordance with ADM Milling's strategic vision
• Base all decisions, perform acts and personify self in the best interest of the company
• Proactively support operational excellence initiatives.
• Continually train and develop operational team members.

Health, Safety & Environmental:

• Facilitate and ensure adherence to safety regulations, rules and sound practices.
• Coordinate and participate in audits, prioritizing and tracking completion of findings.
• Ensure that unsafe behavior and conditions are corrected.
• Perform Safety audits and set the example for safety.

Sanitation/Food Safety:

• Ensure the facility maintains world class sanitation standards.
• Prepare the facility for, and participate in, regulatory/third party/customer/company audits.

Required Skills:

• Must have a strong commitment to employee safety
• Require excellent command of the following: leadership, problem solving, self-motivation and organizational skills
• Must have confident and courteous manner.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly, read, comprehend and communicate orally and in writing.

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

REF:91544BR

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and InclusionADM.

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

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