Material Handling Operator

CGB Enterprises, Inc.•Naples, IL

2d•$17 - $25

About The Position

The Material Handling Operator works at a facility that bags and handles bulk and/or break bulk products, including loading and unloading barges, trucks, and railcars. Duties vary according to daily operational needs and facility type. The role involves safe material handling, equipment operation, product routing, loading, documentation, and work-area housekeeping. Some facilities may require 5%–20% travel, including off-site training or work at alternate locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with people at all organizational levels and outside the organization.
Ability to complete documentation requirements.
Ability to follow directions, interpret oral and written instructions, use logical thought to troubleshoot problems, and work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to use tools appropriate to assigned tasks and maintain a focus on internal and external customer service.
Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull 45 pounds.
Ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, balance, grasp, and reach frequently; climb ladders and work at significant heights.
Ability to walk and work safely on barge surfaces and around rigging and deep water, and to walk on railcars and perform related tasks where applicable.
Ability to work in confined spaces, around high dust levels, and outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to communicate verbally in person and over a two-way radio.
Ability to meet pulmonary function test and fit-testing requirements and use applicable PPE where required.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and/or alternate shifts as needed.
Ability to use peripheral vision and depth perception for assigned tasks.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working in an industrial environment with a dependable work record.

Responsibilities

Participate in the company Safety Program and attend daily pre-shift meetings.
Perform duties in compliance with OSHA, company safety and environmental regulations, and ISO requirements where applicable; wear appropriate PPE.
Perform deckhand duties, including securing barges, reading drafts, handling barge lids, and tying off barges.
Operate a skid loader inside a barge during the final stage of unloading.
Set up and operate conveyor systems where applicable.
Direct products to the correct storage areas where applicable.
Clean barges after unloading by sweeping and/or shoveling.
Load railcars and trucks to specifications where applicable.
Complete required documentation accurately, legibly, and on time.
Operate various heavy equipment and perform preventive maintenance where applicable.
Assist with general housekeeping and perform other assigned duties.