Rail Engine Operator

Louis Dreyfus Company • Claypool, IN

189d

About The Position

Prepares railcars for the loading and unloading of product in order to ensure timely delivery of handled product. Operates and maintains the rail engines and rail track to ensure that they are in good working order, and notifies superiors of rail engine or rail yard issues. Inspects and cleans railcars to make sure final products are not contaminated with foreign material. Prepare railcars for switching with the rail road. Communicates with Commodity Handlers and Operations personnel, as needed, concerning grain-receiving issues. Conducts regular inspection rounds and records all visual damage and mechanical problems that occur on shift; reports results to Shift Leader. Assists in grain unloading and helps to load and unload trucks with product to assure timely delivery of products. Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and wears proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required in fulfillment of assigned responsibilities. Additional Responsibilities: Ensures work area is kept clean and free from safety hazards. Completes tasks as assigned by the Superintendents and Shift Leaders. 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma is required; technical degree is preferred.
• Three years' experience in truck loading and unloading, rail tank car loading, and/or operating a rail engine is preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures is required.
• Ability to operate machinery and computer control systems while maintaining compliance with regulatory safety requirements.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, work at heights, manage confined space entry, and withstand extended periods of walking and standing.
• Ability to move manufacturing materials, products, and equipment of 50 pounds or more is required.
• Mechanical aptitude, effective communication skills, basic math, and fundamental PC skills are required.
• General knowledge of rail engine and railcar handling is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares railcars for loading and unloading of product.
• Operates and maintains rail engines and rail track.
• Inspects and cleans railcars to prevent contamination.
• Prepares railcars for switching with the railroad.
• Communicates with Commodity Handlers and Operations personnel regarding grain-receiving issues.
• Conducts regular inspection rounds and records visual damage and mechanical problems.
• Assists in grain unloading and loading trucks with product.
• Ensures compliance with Company safety rules and wears proper PPE.
• Keeps work area clean and free from safety hazards.
• Completes tasks assigned by Superintendents and Shift Leaders.
• Participates in Shift/Team activities and job-related training.

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.
• Flexible work available (not applicable to all roles).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED