Drumming Operator

IMTT•Geismar, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Drumming Operator is responsible for ensuring that products get properly packaged and labeled for shipment to various customers. This task will require the safe operation of drum and tote filling equipment, labeling of the filled drums and operation of the palletizer. Additional tasks include product and product hose verification and inspections, valve line-ups, strong communications with the control room, shift supervision, maintenance department and co-workers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credentials) for access to IMTT’s terminal locations.
Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
Ability to understand written and verbal communication in the English language.
Ability to make decisions in a variable environment.
Knowledge of basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions).
Ability to operate a computer and input data.
Ability to safely operate a forklift.
Professional safety training and/or experience in industrial firefighting.
Computer literacy and/or experience with automated control and monitoring systems.

Nice To Haves

If certified, participate in the terminal emergency response organization.

Responsibilities

Control and monitor transfers of the various bulk liquid fine chemicals into packaging by using automated drum and tote fillers.
Physically connect the rail cars and trucks to the transfer lines.
Understand printed fill orders and ensure that the proper weights are transferred by utilizing the drum or tote scales.
Assist in generating the proper filling documentation.
Assist with drum/tote shipping, including pulling full drums from line and put in proper locations.
Prepare the automated drum scales with the proper hoses, lances, and labels.
Communicate with the Control room during the filling operation.
Empty transfer lines by means of pigging.
Use a forklift and a scanner when moving drums and totes in the warehouse.
Provide excellent housekeeping skills to ensure the work area is inspection ready at any time.
Assist in responding to terminal emergencies such as spills and fire if Emergency Response trained and certified.
Follow all plant safety rules.
Ensure customer satisfaction.
Follow all Standard Operation Procedures.
Train and understand all regulatory requirements pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
Coordinates with the Drumming Supervisors and the Drumming Superintendent.
Check empty containers.
Repackage drums.
Problem solve and troubleshoot as issues arise.
Communicate and work with others to accomplish work tasks.
Execute operating orders, work orders and other associated documents.
Maintain customer requirements for quality control.
Properly choose correct drums to off load onto conveyors.
Other duties as directed or required.