Rail Receiving Operator | 17 - 22/hr. | 2nd Shift: 1pm - 9:30pm

Company:  Associated Feed & Supply Co.
Location:  Traver, CA
Employment Category:  Full Time
Pay Range: $17 - $22
Shift Hours: 1:00pm-9:30pm

SUMMARY

Associated Feed & Supply is looking for an experienced Rail Operator/Unloader for their Feed Mill Operations in Hughson, CA.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ability to operate, monitor, and maintain all aspects of the rail operation at this facility. This will include operation of the locomotive, keeping a daily inventory of all rail cars, unloading of cargo, routing products to the proper area of the facility, and maintenance of all components of the rail operation.
• Applicants must possess and maintain a valid California Driver's License and remain free from repeated preventable accidents with less than 2-points on DMV record.
• Participation in a random drug testing program will be required.
• The successful candidate will be in good physical condition, able to lift and carry 75 lbs. for 100 feet, communicate clearly and audibly in a noisy environment, understand all railroad vocabulary, and be flexible to work varying schedules, on-call, and overtime as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Methods and techniques for safe work practices

Ability to:

• Work in confined spaces and/or at high elevations
• Perform daily safety inspections and identify safety hazards
• Work flexibly and varying work schedules including on-call, overtime as needed
• Perform basic mathematical problems (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and customers
• Follow written and verbal instructions; problem solve
• Communicate effectively in English (verbal/written)
• Complete written work orders legibly and keep records to coordinate feed schedules
• Contribute to a positive work environment
• Demonstrate good organization skills

Minimum Job Requirements, Experience and Training Guidelines:

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent work experience
• Ability to lift/carry up to 75 pounds up to 100 feet (e.g., sack feed bag)
• Previous feed/agricultural experience desired
• Basic computer skills
• Work varying shifts including weekends, holidays, overtime and on-call
• Valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record by remaining free from repeated preventable accidents with less than 2-points on DMV record
• Participation in random drug/alcohol DOT testing program is required

SPECIAL DEMANDS

Physical and mental requirements

• Frequent standing for long period of time
• Frequent bending, squatting and kneeling
• Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 75 pounds up to 100 feet
• Frequent grasping, holding and reaching
• Constant use of overall vision
• Frequent hearing and talking in person; may be required to wear ear protection or hear in noisy conditions
• Frequent co-worker contact; occasional working alone
• Frequent exposure to loud noise

Working conditions

• Work may be performed inside or outside in hot and cool temperatures and a noisy environment
• May be exposure to loud noises and steam exhaust, and dusty, muddy and slick environment
• Adhere to all PPE Guidelines as established by OSHA and the company

Our company is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discriminatory employment practices abiding by the regulations as outlined by the EEOC. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.