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Transload Operator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$26/hr

Heavy equipment including prilling unit, frontend loaders, ship loader, conveyors, hoppers, and ... The primary responsibility of the Material Handling Operator is to perform and operate facility ...

FOSS GmbH

Loader Operator - Red Dog

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Loader Operator Are you interested in a job supporting a marine transportation operation in the ... Since 1990, Foss Maritime has supported Red Dog Mining operations in transporting ore to bulk ships ...

Savage

Transload Operator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Heavy equipment including prilling unit, frontend loaders, ship loader, conveyors, hoppers, and ... The primary responsibility of the Material Handling Operator is to perform and operate facility ...

C&S Wholesale Grocers Inc

Shipping/Loader

Midland, GA · On-site

Work with transportation to ensure product is loaded onto accurate trailer and that product is ... in operating foot controls. Must frequently walk, talk, crouch, kneel, bend, stoop, twist, and ...

Foss Maritime

Loader Operator - Red Dog

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$24.79 - $27.65/hr

Since 1990, Foss Maritime has supported Red Dog Mining operations in transporting ore to bulk ships ... The Loader Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of loaders during cargo ...

Foss Maritime

Loader Operator - Red Dog

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Since 1990, Foss Maritime has supported Red Dog Mining operations in transporting ore to bulk ships ... The Loader Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of loaders during cargo ...

Foss Maritime Company

Loader Operator - Red Dog

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$19 - $24.75/hr

Since 1990, Foss Maritime has supported Red Dog Mining operations in transporting ore to bulk ships ... The Loader Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of loaders during cargo ...

Foss Maritime

Loader Operator - Red Dog

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$19 - $24.75/hr

Since 1990, Foss Maritime has supported Red Dog Mining operations in transporting ore to bulk ships ... The Loader Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of loaders during cargo ...

SpartanNash

Shipping/Loader

Midland, GA · On-site

Work with transportation to ensure product is loaded onto accurate trailer and that product is ... in operating foot controls. Must frequently walk, talk, crouch, kneel, bend, stoop, twist, and ...

Kinder Morgan

Heavy Equipment Operator

Pasadena, TX · On-site

Train on remote controlled ship loader by engaging push buttons on the remote to distribute coke ... Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a driving record ...

Kinder Morgan

Heavy Equipment Operator

Pasadena, TX · On-site

Train on remote controlled ship loader by engaging push buttons on the remote to distribute coke ... Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a driving record ...

Kinder Morgan

Heavy Equipment Operator

Pasadena, TX · On-site

Train on remote controlled ship loader by engaging push buttons on the remote to distribute coke ... Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a driving record ...

FOSS GmbH

Loader Operator - Red Dog - Tacoma, WA

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$24.79 - $27.65/hr

Since 1990, Foss Maritime has supported Red Dog Mining operations in transporting ore to bulk ships ... The Loader Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of loaders during cargo ...

Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd

Operator 3

Newport, RI · On-site

In this position, the team member will operate all terminal equipment to safely and efficiently load/unload cargo from ships and distribute the cargo to the appropriate building as per the operating ...

T. Parker Host

Operator, Full-Time

Port Allen, LA · On-site

Operates conveying equipment, dust collectors, ship loader, monitor fire suppression systems and all associated equipment to load ships per operating plan and instructions. Work under direct or ...

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Transload Operator

Chicago, IL • On-site

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Real Estate • 10K+ employees
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$26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Military Veterans and National Guard Reservists are encouraged to apply!

The Basics:

  • Location: Chicago, IL
  • Pay: $26.00 per hour
  • Equipment Used: Heavy equipment including prilling unit, frontend loaders, ship loader, conveyors, hoppers, and other mobile equipment.
  • Material Handled: Sulphur

Overview:
The primary responsibility of the Material Handling Operator is to perform and operate facility equipment related to Savage’s Midwest Forming Facility – a terminal dedicated to receiving, storing and forming Sulphur. It is in South-East Chicago.


Benefits of working here at Savage:

  • A culture that appreciates Team Members
  • Paid time off (“PTO”)
  • Paid holidays
  • Profit sharing
  • Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
  • Opportunity for growth
  • A culture of safety

 
Responsibilities:

  • Follow proper safety rules and operating procedures to support zero tolerance safety objectives
  • Operate/maintain heavy equipment including prilling unit, frontend loaders, ship loaders, conveyors, hoppers, and other mobile equipment
  • Complete and maintain required daily paperwork
  • Housekeeping duties, including shoveling, washing down work areas, and keeping offices, restrooms, break rooms and work rooms clean and tidy but not limited to.
  • Assist Maintenance personnel, as needed and directed
  • Maintain company objectives and expectations in the absence of the Facility Manager and Operations Manager.
  • Willingness to work weekends, nights, holidays and overtime as required to maintain safe and efficient operations.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to learn priller, stacker, ship loader and conveyor operating techniques.
  • Experience in bulk materials, conveyor systems and heavy equipment.
  • Proven ability to focus on details, follow work rules and adhere to work schedules.
  • Experience with OSHA guidelines, policies, and procedures 

Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma required.   
  • Excellent communication skills – both oral and written.
  • Efficient with standard office software programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Physical Requirements:

  • Must have the ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position:
  • Work in an environment containing Sulphur odor/dust, hazardous noise, confined space, and in hot or cold environments.

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