Transload & Spotter Technician

Transload and Spotter Technician

The Transload and Spotter Technician is responsible for spotting rail cars and trailers for both inbound / outbound shipments. Processing and unloading inbound railcars as well as loading outbound sugar / oil trailers via Transload. They will also perform inventory management practices, verifying and recording material handling transactions, while following all safety and quality procedures and proficiently operating all material handling equipment including spotter truck, forklift and railcar mover. The Transload Spotter Technician must also possess a great deal of flexibility in their ability to multi-task and maintain a positive, team attitude.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operate the railcar mover to stage full / empty rail cars for unloading or pick-up

Unload oil / sugar railcars through completion of load maintaining consistent flow of both ingredients to feed both RC Plant and Watertown facilities

Drive the spotter semi-tractor and spot box trucks, oil tankers, sugar wagons and bulk outbound loads etc. for RC Plant, RC Transload and RC Cartage facilities

Unload bulk sugar and oil trucks through completion of load

Verify and maintain records on incoming and outgoing shipments

Move ingredients / finished materials using the electronic inventory management system, to achieve proper first expired-first out (FEFO) / product rotation procedures

Load and unload inbound / outbound trailers and tankers, completing the necessary inspection forms and HACCP requirements

Receive, inspect, sample, tag, and route all incoming materials

Pick, pack, load, and prepare orders for shipping

Complete paperwork and log information accurately (Bill of Ladings (BOL's), inbound / outbound orders, ProForma's, etc.)

Interact with rail road company, truck drivers, customers, and other CQC departments

Perform cleaning activities as needed

Provide superior customer service

Cover for other employees while on break / lunch and vacation / absences

Operate forklift, railcar mover, spotter semi-tractor and other material handling equipment and drive personal vehicle for work

Designated employees may be approved to operate the CQC van and therefore, must have an acceptable driving record

Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor, while following all company, safety, and quality policies and procedures

Maintain regular attendance at work, and work overtime as needed

Other Experience and Qualifications

Education / Experience :

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 1 year of industrial warehouse experience required, which includes forklift operation, Warehouse Management System (WMS) experience, and shipping and / or receiving experience

Experience operating railcar mover and spotter truck preferred

Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record

CDL Class A preferred

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft D365, Plant Control Systems, and Label Management would be helpful

Skills and Abilities

Lift 55 pounds on a continual basis

Stand and walk for entire shift

Speak, write and read in English

Ability to perform basic math skills

Work at heights above 10 feet and in extreme heat and cold

Work with allergens, such as soy, milk, etc.

Positive, can-do attitude and flexibility to perform a variety of tasks

Multi-tasking, problem-solving and decision-making skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Demonstrate range-of-motion, strength, and physical stamina needed to safely perform the job in fast-paced work environment

Remain alert to safety hazards, maintain attention to stay on task, manage time effectively, and work independently and in a team to complete assigned tasks