Logistics Technician I

Seaboard Energy•Saint Joseph, MO

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Logistics Technician I will handle both the unloading of raw materials used for making biodiesel and loading the finished fuel and co-products into tanker trailers. This position ensures all load information is accurately tracked through entering shipping information into the AS400 and Agris computer programs.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
Must have a basic understanding of proper material handling, especially acid/base chemistry and the effects of mixing the two improperly.
Basic understanding of how to use and understand Microsoft Office.
Oral presentation skills must be effective with all levels of management.

Nice To Haves

1+ years’ experience in a chemical or petrochemical environment preferred but not required.
Valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, clean work environment by observing all local, state, and federal regulations regarding health, safety, and the environment. This includes all established plant and lab safety practices to ensure good housekeeping/hygiene practices are maintained.
Sample each feedstock truck and deliver to Control Room or Lab and confirm quality acceptance before offloading the truck.
Transfer raw material from delivery vehicles to designated storage tanks; understand the proper procedure for unloading tankers and know the consequences if not vented properly, and product contamination if transferred into incorrect storage tanks.
Understand and follow BQ9000 policy and procedures for all pre-loading inspections.
Transfer finished fuel and co-products from designated storage tanks to delivery vehicles; understand the proper procedure for loading tankers and consequences if not vented properly.
Will be required to operate a forklift, skid steer, utility vehicle, pickup truck, and/or other forms of delivery or moving materials.
Use knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques to maximize the effective shipping and receiving of goods.
Review, release, and record shipping information, shipment results and handle bills of lading.
Perform continuous improvement projects to the tank farm and logistics areas.