2nd Shift Bulk Dock Operator

ASR Group is the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company's brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's and Sidul.

OVERVIEW

The Bulk Dock Operator is responsible for unloading incoming sugar and molasses from rail cars.

ROBUST BENEFIT PACKAGE:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability insurance
• Pet insurance
• Critical care insurance
• Accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with match
• Quarterly bonus program
• Vacation - 3 weeks/calendar year (prorated on start date)
• 9 Paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Training & career growth opportunities
• Plus, more!
  

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate pay loader and forklifts.
• Move rail cars into and out of building following established procedures and performing required checks when doing so.
• Install transition chutes and open rail cars involving heavy lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Clean out empty railcars using supplied tools.
• Clean up sugar spills that occur during performance of their job.
• Maintain cleanliness of bulk dock and 3rd floor sugar processing area.
• Inspect magnets and sifters daily.
• Be vigilant for any product contamination and report any contamination or otherwise dangerous issues to shift supervisor or management.
• Must understand and be able to accurately complete all department paperwork.
• Take samples from railcars to QC for color analysis.
• Adhere to company dress and conduct policies.
• Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Procedures in handling product and cleaning equipment.
• Assist in cleaning of the plant as required.
• Check daily non-edible tote on 2nd floor and change as needed.
• Get railcar inventory from tracks 1 and 2 daily.
• Work effectively and ensure that food safety, authenticity, legality, and quality are maintained.
• Report any risks or any evidence of unsafe or out-of-specification product, equipment, packaging or raw materials, to a designated manager to enable the resolution of issues requiring immediate action.
• Assist in the plant when and where needed
• Regular and predictable attendance
  
  

WORK EXPERIENCES

• Prior packaging experience is preferred but not required
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must be able to work 12 hour shifts

• 1-2 years in an industrial manufacturing and/or warehouse environment preferred
• Prior forklift or tow motor experience preferred. Ability to be certified is required

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); equivalent experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to work overtime, holidays and weekends as required

COMPENSATION

• Hourly rate $19.03-25.69/hour based on experience. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.
• 2nd Shift differential: $1.00/hr; 3rd Shift differential: $1.50/hr

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Buffalo, NY

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.