Warehouse Attendant

RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Maintain paper bag weights and stack bags on pallets in a clean and orderly manner. Select correct bag for each specific product and select the correct pallet for each specific product. Label each paper bag pallet with product codes, lot number, pallet counts and weights as directed. Label each semi-bulk bag with product codes, lot number, pallet counts and weights as directed. Sample paper bags and semi-bulk bags as required. Label each sample correctly and take it to the lab to be checked. Conduct bag weight test, operate tow motor to load flatbeds and trailers as necessary. Conduct pre-shift maintenance on bagger systems. Code bags with special codes and labels as directed by customers and run screen analyses on products as necessary.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Reporting

• Report any unsafe conditions to a supervisor immediately

Safety

• Attend safety meetings
• Enforce all company, local, state and federal safety policies and procedures
• Maintain Company and Federal House Keeping Standards

Quality System

• Implement all elements of the quality manual
• Maintain validity of documentation affecting the positions listed above
• Maintain the validity of all procedures affecting the positions listed above

Back-Up

• Be capable of performing back-up duties as assigned

Training

• Provide on-the-job training, as assigned
• Verify on-the-job training, as assigned

Safe Quality Food (SQF)

• Ensure a SQF workplace and follow regulatory compliance with Federal FDA - Food Modernization Safety Act (CFR Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, Part 507)

• Support Environmental Health and Safety, as well as SQF initiatives and awareness programs
• Be a leader and promoter of employee safety and SQF culture
• Following completion of SQF training, demonstrate understanding of expected safety, SQF performance and Food Safety Culture
• Complete periodic SQF training(s)
• Each site location will ensure training is conducted for new employees and continued for existing employees
• Employees will actively participate in audits for regulatory, safety, SQF and environmental compliance at the site

Perform other duties as assigned

ATTRIBUTES:

• LP03.300 Maintenance and Control of Customer Order Records
• LP08.400 Lot Number Assignment
• LP08.500 Finished Product Silo Identification
• LP08.600 Lot Number Documentation
• LP08.700 Finished Product Retains
• LP09.100 Master List of Control Procedures
• LP09.118 Bagging Operation Startup/Shutdown
• LP09.119 Semi-Bulk Bagging Operation
• LP09.120 Loading of Flat Bed and Dry/Refrigerated Trailers
• LP09.500 Preventative Maintenance
• LP10.104 Inspection of Dry/ Refrigerator Trailers
• LP10.105 Inspection of Flat Bed Trailers
• LP10.107 Bag Sampling
• LP10.130 Inspection and Testing- Finished Products
• LP13.101 Non-conforming Palletized Finished Product
• LP15.400 Bag Weight Test
• Must be capable of working any shift, on-call, overtime, or seven days a week, if needed.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects and meeting all required deadlines.
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs.
• Good understanding of environmental, safety and the desire to following all established procedures are required.
• Must be able operator equipment but not limited to a forklift.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
• Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working in an office, mining, and minerals processing environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Mineral Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting.
• Ability to consistently lift over 50 pounds as needed.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma, GED Equivalent, or demonstrated skills or ability.

PREFFERED EDUCATION:

• Technical training or AA degree in technical related field is desired.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of previous warehouse experience in a logistic, inventory control, mining, construction, and/or heavy manufacturing environment. Must be able to operator forklift.

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE:

• 2 - 4 years of warehouse experience in a mining environment.

Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.