Plastic Express · 3 weeks ago
Terminal Rail Tech - East Chicago, IN
East Chicago, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $21/hrPlastic Express is a logistics company that has been serving the plastics industry since 1970. They are seeking a Terminal Rail Tech responsible for performing essential rail functions, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety in a production environment.
LogisticsPackaging ServicesTransportationWarehousing
Responsibilities
Inventory data entry
Coverage for other sites/employees
Check-in trans-load truck(s) & scale as needed – Site Specific
Keep accurate records of daily spreadsheets – Site Specific
Inbound Rail Car Sampling
Pledge immediate material loss clean up and proper disposal
Operate with company issued PPE at all times
Proper use of company issued electronic devices ie; radios, tablets, printers, etc
Proper use of company issued cell phone – Site Specific
Assist Fleet Wash Technicians as needed
Qualification
Required
At least 21 years old
Must read, write, and speak English fluently
Must have basic computer skills
Must be familiar with the use of Email, Microsoft Word & Microsoft Excel
Must have reliable means of transportation
Must be able and comfortable working outside in all weather conditions as needed
Must be able to walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, squat, and climb
Strong attention to detail is necessary
Minimum education required is a high school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to perform physical labor such as; lifting up to 55 lbs., moving up to 250 pounds, climbing ladders, and working with hand tools
Must be able use fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and/or hear
Employee must possess vision abilities required by this job function to include; close visual confirmation of finely printed documents, have distance vision to safely and correctly identify objects and or markings
Must have peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus on subjects or objects at any safe working distance
Proven interpersonal skills; relationship development and management
Ability to work independently and as part of team
Ability to recognize onsite risk factors and take appropriate action with firmness and tact
Must have excellent interpersonal, communications, and organizational skills
Must be multi-task oriented with the ability to handle many activities simultaneously
Must have the ability to think independently and make decisions that are in the company's best interest
Preferred
Railcar experience is a plus
Rail King certification, preferred
Benefits
Family health benefit packages
Vacation pay after 90 days
Holiday pay after 90 days
Company matching 401k retirement program, after 90 days
Company
Plastic Express
Plastic Express provides logistical solutions, packaging, warehousing, PX, bulk terminal and trucking services to the plastic industry.
Founded in 1970
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Pittman Fussell
Chief Marketing Officer
Kent Thompson
Chief Compliance Officer
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