Receiving and Shipping Operator

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are representative of the position but are not all‑inclusive:

Rail and Material Handling Operations

• Connect and disconnect railcars in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements
• Unload railcars and tankers using approved methods and equipment
• Move and position railcars on the rail siding using a Trackmobile
• Transport materials and pallets between outdoor and indoor areas using a forklift or other material‑handling equipment
• Ensure materials are properly staged, secured, and identified

Equipment Operation

• Operate powered industrial equipment, including:
• • Forklifts
  • Trackmobile
  • Floor sweepers and floor scrubbers
• Perform required pre‑use inspections of powered industrial equipment and report defects or safety concerns
• Operate equipment in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner at all times

Housekeeping and Facility Support

• Maintain housekeeping standards in the rail siding and surrounding outdoor areas
• Operate floor sweepers and scrubbers to maintain cleanliness in assigned areas
• Empty trash dumpsters into compactors and ensure waste areas are clean and orderly
• Assist with general yard and dock cleanliness as needed

Safety and Compliance

• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and work instructions
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Report unsafe conditions, near misses, incidents, and equipment issues promptly
• Support environmental, health, and safety initiatives and audits

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment (forklift, Trackmobile, floor sweeper/scrubber), or willingness to be trained and certified
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Work is performed primarily outdoors at a rail siding and yard area
• Exposure to hot and cold weather, rain, snow, and varying environmental conditions
• Ability to:
• • Stand and walk for extended periods
  • Lift, push, and pull materials (with or without reasonable accommodation)
  • Climb, bend, stoop, and work around rail equipment and industrial machinery

Schedule and Availability

• May include shift work, weekends, overtime, or on‑call assignments as required by operations

Preferred Qualifications (Optional)

• Previous shipping, receiving, or warehouse experience
• Prior railcar handling or Trackmobile experience
• Forklift or other powered industrial truck certification
• Experience working in an industrial or manufacturing environment

Safety Commitment Statement (Optional but Recommended)

Safety is a core value of this position. The Shipping and Receiving Operator is expected to actively participate in maintaining a safe workplace and to stop work if unsafe conditions are