About the job Truck Loader
USALCO Houston is a major unit within the manufacturing network of a leading provider of aluminum-based component products used in water treatment, pulp and paper manufacturing, and other sectors. The right individual will have a can-do attitude, the ability to be part of a team while operating independently, and consistently performs to very high standards.
JOB SUMMARY:
The person in this role is responsible for packaging, labeling and loading manufactured products while assuring compliance is achieved in all company associated policies. The position requires a motivated, detail oriented, and results driven team player who:
- Incorporates safety and quality into every decision while performing day-to-day activities
- Effectively communicates with Supervisor and peers
- Shift work and weekend work may be required
- Can efficiently package and load manufactured products
- Can operate a fork truck to unload and load raw materials and finished products
- Will actively seek out opportunities for process improvement and take full responsibility for collaborating with management and peers to implement approved changes in a timely manner.
The employee in this position will be a positive-natured, task-oriented individual with material handling experience and significant mechanical aptitude. The Truck Loader is responsible for the safe and efficient loading of manufactured products. The person must possess excellent communication skills necessary to keep Supervisor and peers informed of scheduling and order completion. This person must be personally and professionally motivated to work constructively with team members at all levels within the company, to execute job responsibilities
ROLES AND RESPONSIBITIES:
- Apply all plant safety rules, work guidelines / practices, and procedures
- Overseeing the safe and efficient operation of the plant equipment.
- Wearing and maintenance of personal protective equipment required for working with hazardous chemicals
- Developing and applying improvements in processes, equipment, and procedures
Daily Responsibilities:
- Complete walk-through of the plant equipment to audit safety/housekeeping
- The loading/unloading trailers with products
- Unload raw materials as needed
- Complete blends as needed
- Follow all batch sheets
- Complete all paperwork accurately including Certificates of Compliance, bills of lading, and electronic truck loading checklist for loaded trailers
- Maintain and communicate information with supervisor and peers
- Provide support to Plant operations as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Requires planning skills to prioritize daily requirements and tasks
- Must be able to pay attention to detail
- Knowledge of general manufacturing equipment and forklift operation
- Must be dependable, flexible, and able to respond on short notice to satisfy requirements of customers.
- The ability to communicate with others clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in written form.
- Ability to utilize and perform minimal computer tasks Microsoft Office
EDUCATION:
- A High School Diploma or GED
EXPERIENCE:
- Chemical, Pharmaceutical or Food manufacturing environment, preferred
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Ability to:
- Must be able to obtain Forklift License through USALCO within 14 calendar days of being hired.
- Routinely lift 50 to 75 lbs. throughout the shift
- Routinely stand 80 to 90% of shift
- Routinely must traverse stairs, ladders, catwalks and close quarters within safety cage.
USALCO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, USALCO does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.