Yardperson Helper

Job description

This position performs and assists in the safe and efficient operation of the factory yard, as well as assisting in maintaining cleanliness of the factory. The Yardperson Helper must understand the operation and assist in the following yard activities: Material receiving, handling, storage and shipping operations including: Coal, Coke, Limerock, Filter Aid, Operating chemicals such as gypsum, soda ash quicklime, etc. Other material as required. Railroad operations including: Railcar inspection, Loading & weighing, Moving, Switching. Locomotive operation after training and certification. Operate a forklift and/or Bobcat loader after certification. Develop necessary skills through training. Report mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, environmental, food safety, feed safety, operational problems and/or unsafe conditions to your Supervisor. Keep all storage areas, yards and equipment maintained and clean. Adhere to all rail yard operational methods and procedures. Clean and sweep floors. Hose and clean equipment. Mix chemicals for boilout solutions. Cart and dump trash barrels. Fill and record bags to the Magox and Gypsum stations. Shovel remelt sugar. Assure that all work areas are kept clean within the food safety and sanitation guidelines. Complete reports as required (Must be able to certify understanding of environmental requirements). Develop the skills of self and others through training. Use people, time, equipment, and material in the most efficient manner. Report mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, environmental, food safety, feed safety, and operational problems, and unsafe conditions to supervisor. Other duties as required by the business. Adhere to all company policies and all safety, food safety, feed safety, and sanitation rules and programs. No minimum education or experience required. High school education or equivalent desired. Must be able to pass a forklift certification test (Training provided onsite by employer). Must be able to read, write and follow written or verbal instructions. Must be organized with excellent time management skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with employees at all levels. Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and 100 pounds on an occasional basis. Must be able to push/pull/bend – 20 to 100 pounds. Must be able work in hot/cold environments (-20 deg. F to 100 deg. F) throughout an 8-hour day. Must be able to climb ladders and stairs. Must be able to stand or walk for an entire 8- hour shift if necessary.
Must be able to work in dusty conditions. Must be able to work in loud environments.

Employer will offer approximately 40 hours of work per week. Facility is open 7 days a week, workdays will vary Sunday through Saturday. Rotating shifts: 8am-4pm, 4pm-12am, 12am-8am. Workdays and shift times may vary.

Basic wage rate: $19.78 per hour. Employer may increase wage based on experience, changes in market conditions, and/or provide additional pay for performance and tenure. An overtime premium will be paid when required by Federal, State, or local law, including at time-and-a-half after 40 hours per work week. Generally, when overtime is available it will be paid at $29.67 after 8 hours per shift.

Employer will provide on-the-job training.

The employer will provide worker at no charge all tools, supplies, and equipment required to perform job. Uniform pieces provided at no cost to employee.

Special Requirements

Must pass a post-employment criminal background check, paid by employer and applied equally to all workers, U.S. and foreign/H-2B. Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Applicants must complete an employment application.