Rail Car Attendant - Night Shift
About The Position
This role is responsible for receiving and preparing inbound rail cars containing plastic resin for unloading. The attendant will verify resin grade, quantity, and documentation before unloading, and safely connect hoses and pumping equipment. They will monitor the transfer process to prevent contamination and ensure accurate record-keeping. Additionally, the attendant will maintain the cleanliness of unloading areas and follow all plant safety and environmental regulations. When not unloading rail cars, the attendant will assist with staging, organizing, and preparing scrap and reprocessed material for shipment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Ability to read and interpret work instructions, labels, and material documentation
- Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Ability to stand, walk, and climb for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
- Ability to work in dusty environments and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in manufacturing, bulk material handling, or chemical/resin unloading preferred
Responsibilities
- Receive and prepare inbound rail cars containing plastic resin for unloading
- Verify resin grade, quantity, and documentation prior to unloading
- Safely connect hoses and pumping equipment to rail cars and silos
- Pump resin from rail cars into the correct designated silos according to production requirements
- Monitor transfer process to prevent cross-contamination, overfilling, spills, or equipment damage
- Perform required inspections of rail cars, hoses, valves, blowers, and related equipment
- Accurately complete unloading logs, inventory records, and required paperwork
- Coordinate with production, quality, and scheduling teams to ensure timely material availability
- Maintain cleanliness of unloading areas, tracks, and surrounding work zones
- Follow all plant safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations
- Respond promptly and appropriately to alarms, spills, or equipment malfunctions
- Perform basic troubleshooting and report maintenance issues as needed
- Assist with general materials handling duties as required
- Assist with staging, organizing, and preparing scrap and reprocessed (repro) material for shipment in accordance with plant procedures and safety requirements
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Bonuses
- On-the-spot recognition
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
