West Point VPC Team - Rail Loader

COME BE A PART OF OUR EXCELLENT TEAM!

• On-The-Job Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Increases Every 6 Months for First 36 Months
  • Shift Premiums on 2^nd and 3^rd Shifts
• 14 paid Company Holidays
• 80 Hours of Vacation
• 40 Hours of Sick
• 401K w/ GENEROUS Match
• Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligible for Auto Allowance of $300 per Month
• Eligible for Wellness Reimbursement of up to $50.00 Per Month
• Eligible to Receive Referral Bonuses
• Eligible for Discretionary Bonus Annually
• Years of Service Awards, Employee Assistance Program, Frequent Employee Appreciation Events & More!

About GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

The Rail Loaders are responsible for the loading and unloading of rail cars, preparing the rail cars for loading and unloading, securing the vehicles in the rail car and operating rail loader if assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform Rail Loading Operations
  • Drive customer vehicles onto rail cars from staging lines in a safe and efficient manner
  • Prepare vehicles for loading/ unloading
  • Secure vehicles to rail cars by using chains or chocks as required by manufacturer
  • Set-up rail car bridge plates between rail cars
  • Open/close rail car doors
  • Operate loading ramps
  • Check vehicles for damage
  • Various duties as assigned or required to help the facility function in a team environment
  • Ability to react to change and handle other essential tasks as assigned
  • Work with internal and external customers to make sure expectations are exceeded
• Follow Safety Policies and Procedures
  • Ensure all safety equipment is in place, in accordance with the American Association of Railroads
  • Follow Glovis safety policies and procedures 
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Must be OK with working at heights and in confined spaces Required
• Requires flexibility with schedule including break times as well as working extended hours, weekends, and holidays Required
• Ability to read, write, and count Required
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Required
• Good depth perception and hand-eye coordination Required
• Ability to record and verify numbers 17 characters in length Required

Education & Experience

• Must hold a valid state-issued driver's license Required
• High School Diploma/G.E.D. Preferred

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws.  The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

Physical Requirements

• Drive
• Lift/Carry up to 50lbs
• Push/pull
• Bend/stoop
• Kneel
• Squat/crouch
• Stand
• Climb

Working and Environmental Conditions

This position works in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting

• Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machinery
• Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
• Exposure to chemicals/fumes

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs.

Salary : $50 - $300