Bulk Dock Operator - 2nd Shift

ASR Group•Buffalo, NY

24d•$19 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®. OVERVIEW The Bulk Dock Operator is responsible for unloading incoming sugar and molasses from rail cars. Monday - Friday 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Flexibility to work Saturdays and Sundays as needed is required. Weekend shifts may be mandated based on business needs. ROBUST BENEFIT PACKAGE: Medical, dental, vision insurance Life Insurance Disability insurance Pet insurance Critical care insurance Accident insurance Employee Assistance Program 401k with match Quarterly bonus program Vacation – 3 weeks/calendar year (prorated on start date) 9 Paid holidays Paid sick time Training & career growth opportunities Plus, more!

Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Must be able to work 12 hour shifts
1-2 years in an industrial manufacturing and/or warehouse environment preferred
Prior forklift or tow motor experience preferred.
Ability to be certified is required
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); equivalent experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
Regular and predictable attendance
Ability to work overtime, holidays and weekends as required

Nice To Haves

Prior packaging experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Operate pay loader and forklifts.
Move rail cars into and out of building following established procedures and performing required checks when doing so.
Install transition chutes and open rail cars involving heavy lifting up to 100 lbs.
Clean out empty railcars using supplied tools.
Clean up sugar spills that occur during performance of their job.
Maintain cleanliness of bulk dock and 3rd floor sugar processing area.
Inspect magnets and sifters daily.
Be vigilant for any product contamination and report any contamination or otherwise dangerous issues to shift supervisor or management.
Must understand and be able to accurately complete all department paperwork.
Take samples from railcars to QC for color analysis.
Adhere to company dress and conduct policies.
Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Procedures in handling product and cleaning equipment.
Assist in cleaning of the plant as required.
Check daily non-edible tote on 2nd floor and change as needed.
Get railcar inventory from tracks 1 and 2 daily.
Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained.
Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action.
Assist in the plant when and where needed
Regular and predictable attendance