DEF Terminal Operator - Cahokia Heights, IL

Love's Travel Stops • Little Rock, AR

4d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for supporting operations at the terminal by loading, unloading, storing, mixing and blending products.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and understand processes and procedures.
• Ability to perceive color differences.
• Basic math skills
• Willing and able to work a 5-day schedule with possible overtime required while maintaining workplace composure.
• Highly motivated, self-starter, and a team player
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, and work in elevated areas of the plant.
• Must have the ability to lift over 50lbs during a scheduled work shift.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, farming or agriculture environment preferred
• Previous experience with forklift operation preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with operating procedures to maintain a safe environment and efficient operations.
• Follow policies and use/wear the required safety equipment and gear.
• Understand and execute processes for safe and efficient tank car unloading.
• Unload truck trailers, store materials in appropriate locations, and receive and track materials in the terminal inventory system.
• Ensure inbound shipments are accurate and free of damage and report quality variances.
• Operate forklift safely and efficiently in order to load, unload, and move items.
• Perform routine inspections on forklift equipment to ensure forklift equipment is operating well.
• Follow established department SOP's to operate blending/mixing machines.
• Use mixing and blending machines to produce quality products.
• Monitor equipment and production to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Maintain a clean, safe and orderly work area.
• Ensure cleanliness of blending equipment and terminal to meet required standards.
• Use small hand tools to disassemble equipment and clean as necessary.
• Clean walls, floors, and all other fixtures in the terminal using appropriate cleaning tools and cleansing agents.
• Conduct quality control tests in order to monitor processing and to ensure that standards are met.
• Draw samples of products for laboratory testing.
• Record data such as process conditions, test results, and instrument readings.
• Maintain a variety of records in written or electronic form regarding cleaning and product batches.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED