The Loader is responsible for reviewing work orders, filling packages and loading and unloading materials on to pallets to be transported out of the facility. Internally transport and load and unload material containers such as tank trucks, railcars, drums and totes.

Essential Duties:

• Stack packaged materials on pallets.
• Operate a forklift.
• Brace shipments for delivery.
• Complete inventory log sheets as requested.
• Maintain familiarity of the safe handling, environmental regulations and emergency response for all material in your area.
• Support housekeeping through-out the plant.
• Complete routine inspections of equipment and facilities in your work areas.
• Participate in plant safety processes and immediately report any unsafe conditions.
• Support and conduct the clean-out of process equipment. This will require confined space entry following the company and OSHA guidelines for entry.
• Provide guidance and oversight of the packaging operations to help organize packaging between operations, packaging and warehouse. Ensure material being packaged follows the Forming, Packaging and Quality guidelines. Verify lot numbers and correct errors as needed and/or report problems to the Shift Supervisor.
• Remain current on the requirements of the QMS and ensure that your actions support the Trecora Quality Policy towards continual improvement.
• Complete various basic general labor tasks when requested.
• Observe all safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Certification as a forklift Operator
• Minimum of 1-2 years of related experience in bulk loading of molten materials in a manufacturing or batch plant operation.
• Prior experience working with distributed control systems (DCS) or centralized control panels.
• Solid understanding of process flow, equipment operations, and troubleshooting methods.
• Familiarity with reading system conditions, operating instructions, and trend analysis tools.