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Logistics Technician

amstyGales Ferry, CT

Posted Oct 31 · Last Verified Nov 2

💰 $45,000 – $58,000/yrFull-timewarehouse and logisticsmanufacturing and production

Quick Summary

8-hour day-shift logistics technician at polystyrene plant operating forklifts, railcars, and DCS systems.

forklift operationrailcar handlingprocess control

Following operating discipline, procedures and practices to ensure a safe and efficient operation of assigned duties.
Loading finished material into railcars and bulk trucks.
Offloading raw materials.
Washing and vacuuming railcars.
Switching railcars and moving tank trucks.
Communicating with transportation providers on issues related to carriers and equipment.
Testing product and raw materials using lab instruments.
Performing all duties with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.
Performing routine operation of basic control systems and devices to monitor levels, temperatures, pressures, flow rates and transfer of products.
Using troubleshooting skills to resolve process, product quality, safety, and environmental problems.
Controlling, monitoring and adjustment of all control systems and manually operated equipment.
Acting as a resource for other Operators and/or Technicians on job tasks and prioritization of work activities.
Performing tasks assigned per task list.
Accurately completing all required paperwork.
Working with a high degree of safety awareness and willingness to follow all safety standards.

High school diploma is required.
Must be able to operate forklifts, yard horse semi tractor, person lifts, and railcar mover – on-site training will be provided
Must be able to wear a respirator and work from heights.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job.

Initiative: Active member of a small team operating the plant around the clock. Independently initiates activities which contribute to team/plant goals. Overcomes obstacles. Looks for opportunities to assume responsibility and show leadership.
Interpersonal Effectiveness: Works toward win-win solutions. Asks questions and uses input to improve performance. Communicates effectively.
Learning: Seeks and provides feedback to improve performance of self and teammates. Continuously learning to contribute to team success and personal growth. Develops new skills which benefit the team.
Teamwork: Gets along well with others. Is both candid and tactful in dealing with others.
Value creation: Critically evaluates problems/issues using relevant data. Identifies and knows the appropriate items/things which need to be worked on.

This position is part of the Allyn’s Point manufacturing organization and is located at the Allyn’s Point polystyrene plant in Gales Ferry, Connecticut.
Competitive salary, starting at $53,000 annually. Grade and salary level offered to the successful candidate will be appropriate to the job duties and commensurate with the candidate’s experience.
Benefits Include: 401k Plan with company match, company sponsored healthcare plans (medical, dental, vision), profit-sharing, and an annual performance award.
The work schedule for this position is a 5-day, 40 hours per week position. The successful candidate will be expected to work some overtime.