What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bulk Loader - Chemical Operator - 2nd shift (UNION) position at Quaker Houghton?
About Us
At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the worlds largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its colleagues and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.
Description:
Primary responsibilities will be the safe and efficient driving of a yard switcher and the loading of finished goods and raw materials into bulk tank wagons. Tankers are required to be weighed in and out on the company scale, assuring all paperwork coincides with the assigned tanker and the related materials. The driver will assure proper staging of the tanker and that all related connections from the storage tank or blend vessel to the tanker are properly inspected and connected prior to loading materials. The driver must have strong communication skills and report any issues or delays to shift supervisors/managers as needed. Other duties will include moving trailers on site to support production, moving drum trailers from the dock to the yard an vise versa as needed.
- Loads tanker trucks, also unloads box trucks and flat-beds, tanker trucks and rail cars, either manually or using proper material handling equipment. Load containerized and bulk raw materials to production vessels.
- Complete shipping responsibilities including; receive POs in JDE, ship items in JDE, communicate late shipments to OTC group, Prepare UPS and FedEx shipments and call trucks for shipment.
- Operates yard switcher to move box trucks and tank wagons as needed.
- Operates production equipment in a manner consistent with training and work instructions to ensure safety and the highest level of product quality.
- Prepares mixing vessels, necessary pumps and hoses for unloading. Inspects all containers prior to filling for cleanliness and integrity.
- Fills containers as prescribed in the associated batch ticket, pick ticket, and or export order sheet and prepares containers for shipment including labelling, palletizing and wrapping and completes work orders in JDE.
- Assist in tracking material inventory and performing inventory counts, make inventory transfers in JDE.
- Store and stage inventory in assigned areas for batch preparation, further processing and/or shipping.
- Maintains neat, thorough and correct completion of all product related documentation.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area and strictly adheres to all plant safety policies. Provides immediate containment, reporting and clean-up/recovery of spilled material or leaks.
Work Environment/EHS/Physical Demands:
- Ability to lift bags and other containers up to 50 pounds in a safe manner as directed. Ability to move drums up to 500 pounds with mechanical equipment in a safe manner as directed. May be required to stand for long periods and walk great distances daily. May be required to work in small spaces and high locations.
Education, Experience and Training:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Preferred - Class A CDL
- Knowledge of DOT standards
- 1-3 years of Yard Switcher experience
- Forklift Experience Required
- Ability to lift bags and other containers up to 50 pounds in a safe manner as directed.
- Ability to follow instructions
- Positive team oriented attitude
- Reliable attendance
- Bulk loading experience preferred
- Strong communication skills and report any issues or delays to shift supervisors/managers as needed
What's in it for you?
- Quarterly Plant Gainshare
- Company Provided Uniforms
- Competitive bi-weekly pay
- 2nd shift pay differentials
- Generous annual paid time off.
- 401 (k) employer match.
- Health care, dental and vision benefits.
- Employees can receive up to a $1,000 bonus by referring a friend to join the company.
- Safety is a top priority at Quaker Houghton. All operators receive extensive on-the-job training during the first 3 months of employment.
- Tuition Reimbursement
Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veterans status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may email OneHR@quakerhoughton.com.
