Liquid Handler

Louis Dreyfus Company • Upper Sandusky, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position loads and unloads liquid products at a soybean crushing plant. Primary functions are to unload trucks and railcars with incoming ingredients and to load trucks and railcars with final products. Responsible for complying with all applicable Company standards and government regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
• 4 years of experience in an industrial environment
• Experience in the operation of skid loaders, front-end loaders and/or forklift.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery and computer systems while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements, e.g., OSHA (including PSM), EPA, USDA, ISO 9000 and B-Q-9000.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders as well as work at heights; manage confined space entry, withstand extended periods of walking and standing; move manufacturing materials, products and equipment of 50 pounds or more which requires bending and lifting.
• Mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, basic math and fundamental PC skills.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree
• Experience in handling flammable liquids; four years of experience in truck and railcar loading and unloading

Responsibilities

• Upholds all LDC Policy and standards. Abides by all Work rules. Complete and maintain all training associated with the position, and all new criteria that becomes available in the future required by LDC
• Loads and unloads trucks and railcars with products, using computerized control stations, meters and scales. Ensures the timely receipt and delivery of all handled products.
• Loads and unloads flammable liquids.
• Inspects material handling equipment and performs routine adjustments and minor maintenance as needed.
• Oversee and operate the meal loading and receiving area by HMI as well as make any changes required in the field.
• Responds to equipment issues or alarms; investigates and initiates resolutions
• Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and wears proper personal protective equipment (PPE) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities.
• Ensures work area is kept free from safety hazards which require regular bending and occasional lifting.
• Completes tasks assigned by the Superintendents and Shift Supervisors
• Actively participates in Shift/Team activities including complying with best practices, standard operating procedures, development and maintenance and continuous improvement efforts.
• Actively participates in job-related training as required.
• Attains Level 1 Rail training to assist in basic railyard functions as directed by level progressions
• Other duties as assigned
• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with co-workers, Company business associates and the general public.
• Work together in a cooperative spirit to serve the best interests of the Company.
• Operate in a fully responsible manner and comply with the law and Company policy.
• Maintains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules/standards and procedures applicable to their area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to.
• Ensure employees are provided with the required training for area and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work.
• Ensures the area of responsibility is maintained in an orderly and safe manner.
• Promptly reports unsafe working conditions to management and communicates potential hazards to affected employees.
• Promptly reports all incidents/accidents to management and conducts/participate in incident investigation as soon as practicable (but no later than 24 hours from time of incident).
• Maintains good working knowledge of Quality and Product Safety policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to
• Ensures employees are provided required training for area assigned, and jobs and tasks prior to assigning work
• Ensures area of responsibility is maintained in orderly and product safe manner
• Ensure unsafe product working conditions are remedied as soon as practicable
• Follows established laboratory procedures to ensure the safe and efficient operation to meet facility needs and production goals
• Works independently on routine duties but consults with supervisor on any problems
• Comply with governmental and company policies, regulations, and standards to ensure compliance

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental and vision care coverage, flexible spending account plans, employee assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage
• 401k with Company Match
• Family Friendly Benefits including childbirth and parental leave, fertility and family building benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

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