Description

POSITION SUMMARY:                  
This position is responsible for performing a variety of physical & labor tasks, including manual loading and unloading containers and railcars within the Bagged Support Warehouse and Stevedoring Department. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
GEOGRAPHIC REGION:
Please note applications out of the geographic region for position applied will not be considered.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:  
Required 
Must have prior manual labor experience
Must have the ability to manually load and unload railcars, truck and stuffing containers
Must be able to perform in a fast and physically demanding work area involving heavy manual work
Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information
Must have the ability to read, write and speak Basic English
Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment 
Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions
Must be able to work (flexible hours) long hours including nights, overtime, weekends and holidays 
Preferred  
One (1) year experience operating 5K/10K forklift
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Primary 
Perform all functions in accordance with operation and safety guidelines
Manually load and unload railcars, truck and stuffing containers with a variety or cargo weighing up to 110 lbs. (50 kilos).
Perform physical labor function of manually loading warehouse feeding belts with 110lb. (50 kilo) bags being sent to vessel.
Perform physical labor function of manually loading warehouse transfer belts with pulling 55lb. (25 kilo) and 110lb (50 kilo) bags being sent to vessel.
Perform physical labor function of manually loading, unloading, pushing and pulling 55lb. (25 kilo) and 110lb (50 kilo) bags from conveyor belt line into vessel.
Perform physical labor function of manually loading, unloading, pushing and pulling 55lbs. (25 kilo) and 110lb. (50 kilos) bags containing various food commodities to and from trucks, railcars, containers and pallets for loading or staging operations.
Perform physical labor function of manually loading, unloading, pushing and pulling 55lb. (25 kilo) boxes of vegetable oil.
Inform Supervisor immediately if any damages are detected that will result in spillage or spoilage.
Grasp and guide empty bags into cargo spout making sure the machine retains the bag while it is being filled with the product.
Observe sewed bags and cut excess thread found on the top corner of filled bag
Receive training to perform the Bag Thrower function
Perform general warehouse cleanup and maintenance tasks as assigned
Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards and awareness of surroundings (i.e. vehicles, people, equipment, etc.) at all times
Secondary
Operate tugs within the warehouse to relocate cargo
Operate 5K/10K forklift to load/unload empty and full pallets
Occasionally work to assist in a wide variety of Longshore worker assignments within the Stevedoring department  
Operate sweeper machine within the warehouse to remove debris and maintain a safe and hazardous free environment 
Perform repairs and cleanup of pallets 
Perform other related tasks as assigned 
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Subject to physical and/or Screening as required along with other tests as applicable
The employee is required to occasionally lift and carry up to 110 lbs. and frequently push and pull up to 75 lbs. of force
The employee is continuously required to exercise eye-hand-foot coordination
The employee frequently required to stand, walk, forward bend, squat, forward reach, grasp and exercise repetitive wrist motion and eye-hand coordination
The employee is occasionally required to climb, overhead reach and exercise repetitive foot motion, pinch and finger dexterity 
The employee is occasionally required to talk and hear
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus 
 
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: 
Report safety hazards
Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage
Wear appropriate PPE as instructed by immediate supervisor
Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules
Refuse any unsafe task or operation
Participate in safety meetings and training
Be constantly aware of their personal safety and that of their coworkers
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Receives direct supervision from the Warehouse Superintendent of Operations and foreman exercise supervision over any other position.
 
CONDITIONS:  
Warehouse environment, exposure to all possible environmental factors such as extreme heat, wind and high humidity during day and night shifts
The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts
The employee is continuously exposed to dust, fumes, and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high
Moderate vibration when operating equipment
DISCLAIMER:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
If an applicant with a disability is unable or limited in their ability to use or access our online application center as a result of their disability, they can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to accommodations@seaboardmarine.com
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:  
Required 
Must have prior manual labor experience
Must have the ability to manually load and unload railcars, truck and stuffing containers
Must be able to perform in a fast and physically demanding work area involving heavy manual work
Must be able to accurately process alpha/numeric information
Must have the ability to read, write and speak Basic English
Must have the ability to function effectively in a fast paced, team-oriented work environment 
Must have the ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative
Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
Must have the ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions
Must be able to work (flexible hours) long hours including nights, overtime, weekends and holidays 
Preferred  
One (1) year experience operating 5K/10K forklift