Shipping & Receiving Operator (Refinery)

GFL Environmental Inc. • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Supports shipping and receiving, staging, and material-handling activities in a refinery environment to ensure the smooth flow of products and materials. The role works 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, on a rotating schedule: two weeks on days (6:00 AM–2:00 PM), followed by two weeks on afternoons (2:00 PM–10:00 PM). Weekend availability is required for one day shift, two weekends per month.

The position monitors loading and unloading operations, handles incoming and outgoing truck movements, completes shipping and receiving documentation, and operates material-handling equipment when trained and qualified. It involves working outdoors year-round in an industrial refinery environment, with exposure to noise, heat, weather, and chemicals. The posting also notes that the role supports 24/7 coverage and may require rotating shifts, weekends or holidays, overtime, and call-out response during upsets or emergencies.

GFL Environmental Services provides liquid waste and soil remediation services across North America and describes its purpose as delivering sustainable environmental solutions. The company states that it is committed to equal opportunity and does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in a plant or truck-loading/unloading environment.
• Training on material-handling equipment operation.
• Basic knowledge of warehouse or industrial material handling and safety practices.
• Understanding of basic shipping and receiving documentation.
• Safety mindset, strong communication, problem-solving, teamwork, attention to detail, and ability to follow procedures.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in an industrial environment.
• Ability to walk refinery areas and wear required personal protective equipment as necessary.
• Ability to perform extended standing and walking and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located; documentation confirming eligibility to work must be provided before the start date.

Nice To Haves

• Prior refinery, chemical, terminal, or continuous-process manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with product loading and unloading, staging, and general housekeeping.
• Follow safe work practices and site traffic controls.
• Use basic tools such as pipe wrenches, crowbars, pliers, and screwdrivers.
• Calculate tank levels using basic math.
• Monitor loading and unloading operations for the full time the pump is moving product to or from a truck.
• Monitor incoming trucks carrying used motor oil, antifreeze, and oily water.
• Monitor outgoing trucks carrying asphalt and wastewater.
• Complete basic shipping and receiving documentation and communicate operational issues.
• Operate material-handling equipment, such as a forklift, when trained and qualified.
• Adhere to regulatory expectations, including OSHA 29 standards.
• Meet key success criteria for safe work practices and housekeeping, and for accurate basic shipping and receiving documentation.

Benefits

• Three weeks of PTO annually.
• Four medical plan options, including an HSA with employer contribution.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Work boot reimbursement.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

What This Job Offers

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