Rail Loader Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Ability to work independently with a high level of autonomy.
• Possesses high degree of punctuality, work ethic, and reliability.
• Able to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Able to communicate effectively with department operators and leadership.
• Possesses strong attention to detail and high levels of quality of work.
• Mechanical inclination & aptitude with ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues.
• Proficiency in Windows computer operating system & related software.
• High School Diploma/GED, required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without Visa sponsorship.
• Ability to understand & effectively communication in English (verbal & written).
• Strong fundamental skills (math, reading, writing, & verbal communication).
• Experience in industrial or mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to move about on a work site by ascending/descending stairs, extensive walking, climbing steps or ladders, prolonged periods of standing and sitting, stooping, bending, kneeling, or squatting frequently.
• Ability to operate equipment or machinery that may be located at different heights with open view grating from multiple elevations or in confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds overhead.
• Ability to traverse two (2) miles or more during the course of a workday.
• Work in in extreme heat and cold in all seasonal elements, both indoors and outside on a regular basis.
• May come in contact with Dust (Peanut - known allergen), corn, cotton, canola seed, chemicals, and odor.
• Must be able to work around vibrating equipment and noise levels that may reach or exceed 85 decibels and will require use of hearing protection for most of the work shift.
• Employees are required to wear all company provided Personal Protective Equipment (i.e., hard-hats, safety glasses, earplugs, uniforms, and steel-toed boots) in addition to job specific PPE requirements (i.e., fall protection equipment and respirators).
• ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Locomotive Qualification
• Operator Qualification

Responsibilities

• Loads railcars and trucks with ethanol, DDGS, and corn oil following department guidelines and enters data into computerized inventory management systems.
• Unloads corn trucks and railcars and sends product to appropriate grain elevator storage.
• Inspects railcars and trucks before and after loading to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Operates motorized heavy equipment, including locomotives, skid steers, front-end loaders, JLG boom lifts, scissor lifts, articulating boom lights, and telehandlers.
• Monitors truck driver unloading of products and partners with truck drivers to ensure the safe loading and unloading of product in the facility.
• Manages rail yard Inventory through the movement and placement of railcars and ensures accuracy of inventory.
• Collects in-process samples at appropriate collection times, conducts laboratory testing, enters results to database, and analyzes results to make in-process adjustments.
• Follows and understands ESLP (Equipment Specific Lockout Procedure) to ensure safe and successful Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) of process equipment.
• Responsible for equipment startup and shutdown needed to meet facility’s production targets.
• Executes daily Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure and maintain cleanliness throughout the plant and department.
• Conducts routine maintenance checks, cleanings, and performs basic preventive maintenance on process equipment.
• Adheres to all safety regulations and partners with team members and plant leadership to foster a culture of safety for all individuals.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Benefits Start Day 1
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Personal Days (Vacation & Sick Time Effective Day 1)
• 9 Company Paid Holidays
• 401k with up to 5% Company Match
• Cash Balance Plan (Pension)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account
• Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouse, & Children
• Parental Leave Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company provided work boots, uniforms, and other PPE (personal protective equipment)