Transload Operator - Industrial Rail

Savage • El Dorado, KS

5d

About The Position

Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible.
The position of Transload Operator is responsible for the daily unloading of materials consisting of a variety of bulk liquid and dry products, including hazardous materials and food-grade products.

Requirements

• Read, write, and understand English
• Basic math skills
• Computer skills (light data entry)
• Wear all required PPE at all times
• Valid Driver's License
• Capable to learn how to operate and maintain railcar/transloading equipment (e.g., Hoses, portable conveyors, transfer pumps, portable stair systems, small to medium sized equipment, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to travel to other transload terminals to assist when necessary; may be for up to a week at a time
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Physically able to climb up and down railcars/ladders safely
• Willing to receive general safety training
• Ability to work outside in ALL weather conditions (snow, rain, sub-freezing temps)
• Willing to work with liquid hazardous, dry bulk, and food-grade materials
• Can carry at least fifty (50) pounds
• In good physical condition (able to walk one (1) to two (2) miles per shift)

Responsibilities

• Ability to understand and follow operating procedures and policies
• Ability to operate or learn to operate railcar loading systems and equipment
• Ability to perform work safely and productively
• Keeps the work area clean
• Attention to detail - accurately fill out all necessary paperwork
• Enforces safety policies and procedures with other employees and visitors
• Assist with handyman duties within the facility (general maintenance, landscape upkeep & painting)
• Interact with customers, Team Members, railroad crews, and visitors

Benefits

• A culture that appreciates our Team Members
• Paid Time Off (“PTO”)
• Paid holidays
• Profit Sharing
• Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k)
• A culture of safety
• A commitment to helping our Team Members do things that they never dreamed possible.
• Eligible full-time team members may participate in the company benefit package, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans; company-paid life, AD&D and disability insurance; supplemental life and disability options; health savings and flex spending accounts; profit sharing; and a 401(k) plan with match.
• Part-time team members are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with match, profit sharing, and may be eligible to participate in the medical plan depending on hours worked.

What This Job Offers

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