Railcar Commodity Handler

Job Summary

Post Holdings is seeking a skilled Railcar Commodity Unloader to join our team at our Asheboro, NC facility. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for unloading bulk dry and liquid commodities delivered by railcar or tanker truck, as well as loading trailers and tankers with dry, wet, or liquid waste.

Key Responsibilities

Unload bulk dry and liquid commodities delivered by railcar or tanker truck
Load trailers and tankers with dry, wet, or liquid waste
Operate the track mobile to move railcars in the rail yard
Operate the yard switcher to move waste trailers and tankers
Operate propane forklift as needed
Effectively communicate with select external waste customers and maintenance service providers
Assist warehouse with deliveries requiring outside forklift if needed
Assist warehouse with moving trailers to/from dock doors if needed
Be able to disassemble, clean and reassemble product transfer lines as needed, including cleaning in place (CIP) systems
Performs physical inventory on railcar and storage bins per defined frequency
Perform physical and security safety audits per defined frequency
Perform inspections of unload and storage equipment components per defined frequency
Ensures operations within assigned unit are efficient and meet assigned targets
Maintains and demonstrates a high level of technical understanding regarding individual process and impact on yield, inventory accuracy, and availability
Identifies, corrects, and documents equipment performance conditions that negatively impact safety, quality, rate, yield, and uptime
Actively participates in root cause analysis and drives corrective actions through resolution
Supports, directs, and performs autonomous maintenance tasks accurately and on time
Records accurate data required for measuring overall performance of the department
Identifies and drives measurable continuous improvement opportunities
Participates in all related programs improving product quality, efficiency, and related preventative maintenance programs
Supports, implements, and maintains food safety and quality practices as required through SQF or other requirements
Maintains clean work areas, performs sanitation audits, and develops action plans to correct problem areas
Provide training and coaching to other employees learning new equipment, processes and/or procedures
Participates in special projects, assignments, and training
Maintains the proper level of certification according to tenure of position
Assists in other areas of the plant upon request

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1-2 years of manufacturing or related experience is a plus
Intermediate level mechanical knowledge including the ability to learn and operate all related Material Handling equipment including Forklifts, Scissor lifts, Articulated Boom Lift, Lull Lift, ATV, Switcher Truck and Track mobile
Ability to utilize local WMS/Krober, Cimplicity and COSMOS computer systems, and the Norfolk Southern web-based system
Ability to analyze data and determine root cause of inventory errors and implement corrective actions
Ability to follow detailed work instructions
Ability to provide work direction to ensure efficiency across the assigned unit
Ability to recognize opportunities to drive improved line performance through continuous improvement
Basic math and computer skills
Ability to use basic hand and power tools
Ability to work within a team environment and build positive professional relationships
Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form in English
Ability to problem solve and deal with a variety of variables in situations where standardizations/alternatives may or may not exist
Ability to work with exposure to cold or hot & humid environments, outside weather, heights up to 30 ft., elevated catwalks & platforms, working on ladders
Ability to work scheduled shifts, standing, kneeling, climbing, and walking for extended periods of the day; capable of repetitive gripping, pinching, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling with weight ranges up to 100 pounds; perform repeated twisting, bending, and reaching of upper and lower extremities

Competencies

Communication Skills
Writing & Listening Skills

Training Skills Execution Skills
Results Oriented

Problem Solving People Skills

Team Building Personal Behaviors
Flexibility & Initiative

Post Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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