Rail Operator

Western Milling • Goshen, CA

3d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

This is an experienced position responsible for bulk receiving operations by rail car, maintenance of associated parts/equipment, and providing back-up support to other roles. This position is also responsible for the cleanliness of the general plant area, with an emphasis in the rail yard.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two (2) years’ related experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Basic operating knowledge of augers, belt-driven machinery, elevators, and other equipment used in the production process.
• Multi-task and handle continuous interruptions without losing focus.
• Concentrate and remain focused despite repeated interruptions.
• Strong follow-through skills.
• Self-motivated and accountable for results.
• Safely operate all yard equipment referenced in the essential duties.
• Able to work on a time deadline and follow instructions.
• Perform critical thinking and troubleshoot.
• Write clearly and legibly to keep detailed and accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Unload bulk commodities from rail cars
• Operate locomotive, trackmobile, forklift, and other equipment to support production
• Switch rail cars within rail yard for product offload into receiving pits.
• Maintain radio communication with other rail team members and supervisor.
• Operate augers, belt-driven machinery, and elevators used in the production process.
• Operate various machinery to support production.
• Clean-up leftover product around silos, receiving pits and rails.
• Clear documentation of bulk receiving records and rail car seals to maintain traceability.
• Functionally cross-trained in other support roles.
• Perform routine maintenance of all equipment associated with the rail receiving process.
• Report any observed product quality issues to appropriate manager/supervisor
• Perform repetitive movement (e.g. pushing/pulling leg controls) with both feet.
• Perform repetitive tasks (e.g. grasping objects, fine manipulation, push/pull, assemble objects, etc) with both hands.
• Provide back-up support for other roles as necessary.
• Available for overtime work on a scheduled or call-in basis, as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager/supervisor.

Benefits

• paid vacation time
• paid sick leave
• medical
• dental
• vision plans
• 401(k) with employer match

What This Job Offers

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