Production Operator - Packaging

Bayou Processing & Storage is a trusted partner in steel coil processing, storage, and distribution, serving customers from our 250,000-square-foot facility near the Port of Houston. For more than 20 years, we’ve supported industries such as steel manufacturing, automotive, construction, and energy with reliable service and a strong commitment to safety and quality. With barge, rail, and truck access, our operation is built for efficiency, and operated by a team that takes pride in doing things the right way.

At BPS, our Core Values guide everything we do: Be Safe Always, Provide Great Service, Do the Right Thing, Take the Initiative, and Maximize Your Potential. If these values resonate with you and you’re looking for a place where you can contribute, grow, and be part of a team that supports one another, we invite you to join our team.

General Description:

The Production Operator position is responsible for an assortment of duties for both production and packaging operations.
 

Main Responsibilities / Duties:

• Coordinate with Cell Lead on all aspects of packaging requirements from work order.
• Monitor and report any shortage of packaging supplies
• Learn all customer packaging requirements.
• Coordinate with the Shipping Team on where to stage finished material.
• Unload and tag material after checking the width, using a measuring tape.
• Perform the packaging of all material to the correct specification.
• Monitor and learn all customer requirements and types of materials.
• Facilitate the flow of paperwork from slitter operations to inventory control for timely data entry
• Respond to all requests and reporting requirements in a timely manner.
• Ensure that materials are stored properly to conserve space and comply with safety procedures. Oversees the rotation of inventories within the warehouse.
• Understand, clearly articulate, and enforce all company policies and procedures.
• Take immediate action to correct all non-conformance and/ or damage issues.
• Maintain a safe, neat, and orderly facility always.
• Immediately, report all safety violations or unsafe work conditions to management.
• Identify process deficiencies and report to management.
• Attend and/or lead all required training and safety sessions.
• Assist in other areas of the operation when required.
• Learn customer requirements for packaging specifications

Job Requirements:

• Strong Communication Skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Maintain Confidentiality
• Multitask
• Good judgment and decision making

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to traverse the distribution warehouse and access a variety of storage spaces and shelving units by stretching, squatting, and reaching.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time. 
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the warehouse and on the loading dock.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a team that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth in the steel processing industry. We provide training and support to help you succeed.

Bayou Processing & Storage is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently on a routine basis and handle materials safely as part of daily job duties.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain safe body positioning while performing tasks and moving through the work area, including walking on concrete floors and uneven surfaces.
• Frequent squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, requiring full-body mobility, balance, and upper- and lower-body strength to perform work safely.
• Manual agility to operate tools safely and effectively, with regular use of arms, shoulders, and back for lifting, reaching, and positioning tasks.
• Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Maintain adequate visual and auditory acuity to safely perform assigned tasks, including but not limited to: identifying potential hazards, reading and/or recording measurements, inspecting materials, and responding promptly to verbal instructions, alarms or hand signals in the work environment

Pre-Employment Requirements:

All candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must complete the company’s pre-employment screening process. This includes:

• Criminal background check: reviewed in accordance with job duties, the nature and gravity of any convictions, and the time elapsed since the offense or sentence completion.
• Pre-hire drug screening: candidates must pass a drug screen to be eligible for hire.
• Physical assessment: required for all Production and Distribution positions, conducted by a company-designated physician at no cost to the candidate.

Participation in each step of the pre-employment process is required. Candidates who choose not to participate or who do not meet the screening criteria will not be eligible for employment.

Benefits:

At Bayou Processing & Storage, we invest in our team's well-being. Full-time employees receive a full benefits package that includes multiple Major Medical plan options, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Short-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, and HSA options for qualifying plans.

We also provide Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D coverage at no cost to you. You’ll also enjoy our competitive holiday schedule, PTO program, and a Safe Harbor 401(k) with company contributions to support your long-term financial goals.

We are an equal opportunity employer and maintain a safe, secure, and drug-free workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.