Alpek Polyester
Material Handler Job - Gaston, SC
Alpek Polyester, Gaston, South Carolina, United States, 29053
Why You'll Love This Job
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our
CA - Columbia site's Operations team
based in Gaston, SC. The ideal candidate for t he
Material Handler
possesses a safety mindset while using a high degree of ownership and accountability to support plant operations by shipping finished product and unloading raw materials in a continuous manufacturing process environment.Responsibilities
The
Material Handler
will be reportable to the Shift Supervisor and have responsibilities for the following tasks:
Position Responsibilities:
Load trucks and railcars with finished product.Perform break down and set up of raw material railcars.Operate an engine locomotive, shuttle wagon, track mobile, and fork lift.Collect samples of product from the top and bottom of railcars and trailers.Process bill of ladings, COA's and load sheets for shipmentsUse computers, scanners, and manual entry to input data.Complete a rail yard inventory and input updated information into computer databaseCommunicate between scale gate, co-workers, and truck drivers via radio and telephone.Perform general housekeeping.Skills & Qualifications
Able to complete physical activity including and not limited to:
Ascend and descend flights of stairs (estimated 30 steps 18-20 times per shift).Travel on foot on uneven terrain up to one and half miles per day.Stoop and Bend over tops of trailers and railcars for inspection and loading.Squat, crawl, and bend underneath railcars while working with your hands extended upward.Lift pipes, hoses, and quick connects (estimated 10-30 lbs.)
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).Possess good troubleshooting and problem solving skillsPossess good interpersonal skills in communication, listening, and good safety practicesProficient with computersStrong initiative, team player, and positive attitude
Alpek Polyester USA, LLCis a global leader in the production of PTA (Terephthalic Acid), PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Resins, PET Recycling (rPET), and Specialty Polymers. This integrated business services customers all over the world using its global network of manufacturing entities within the Alpek Polyester umbrella. We are committed to improving people's lives through our products, innovations, and a commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with manufacturing facilities in the Carolinas, Mississippi, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a division of Alpek, the petrochemicals and synthetic fibers business group of Alfa, S.A.B. de C.V., one of Mexico's largest corporations.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is subject to US Department of Commerce export regulations and thus must hire individuals who meet national security requirements. Interested applicants (or temporary employees) must meet eligibility requirements. Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our
CA - Columbia site's Operations team
based in Gaston, SC. The ideal candidate for t he
Material Handler
possesses a safety mindset while using a high degree of ownership and accountability to support plant operations by shipping finished product and unloading raw materials in a continuous manufacturing process environment.Responsibilities
The
Material Handler
will be reportable to the Shift Supervisor and have responsibilities for the following tasks:
Position Responsibilities:
Load trucks and railcars with finished product.Perform break down and set up of raw material railcars.Operate an engine locomotive, shuttle wagon, track mobile, and fork lift.Collect samples of product from the top and bottom of railcars and trailers.Process bill of ladings, COA's and load sheets for shipmentsUse computers, scanners, and manual entry to input data.Complete a rail yard inventory and input updated information into computer databaseCommunicate between scale gate, co-workers, and truck drivers via radio and telephone.Perform general housekeeping.Skills & Qualifications
Able to complete physical activity including and not limited to:
Ascend and descend flights of stairs (estimated 30 steps 18-20 times per shift).Travel on foot on uneven terrain up to one and half miles per day.Stoop and Bend over tops of trailers and railcars for inspection and loading.Squat, crawl, and bend underneath railcars while working with your hands extended upward.Lift pipes, hoses, and quick connects (estimated 10-30 lbs.)
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).Possess good troubleshooting and problem solving skillsPossess good interpersonal skills in communication, listening, and good safety practicesProficient with computersStrong initiative, team player, and positive attitude
Alpek Polyester USA, LLCis a global leader in the production of PTA (Terephthalic Acid), PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Resins, PET Recycling (rPET), and Specialty Polymers. This integrated business services customers all over the world using its global network of manufacturing entities within the Alpek Polyester umbrella. We are committed to improving people's lives through our products, innovations, and a commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with manufacturing facilities in the Carolinas, Mississippi, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a division of Alpek, the petrochemicals and synthetic fibers business group of Alfa, S.A.B. de C.V., one of Mexico's largest corporations.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is subject to US Department of Commerce export regulations and thus must hire individuals who meet national security requirements. Interested applicants (or temporary employees) must meet eligibility requirements. Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.