Warehouse Attendant at Kinder Morgan, Inc. in GEISMAR, Louisiana

Job Description:

Position Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Unload, load, package and ship drums and totes into shipment containers and freight carriers.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Safely operate forklift and associated equipment.
• Safe handling of hazardous materials in accordance to DOT requirements.
• Stencil/label containers per customer requirements.
• Load full drums and totes into proper shipment containers.
• Proper positioning and packaging/crating of loaded containers.
• Unload empty drums and totes.
• Checking drum/tote weights.
• Minor maintenance activities.
• Execute operating orders, work orders and associated documentation.
• Communicate and work with others to accomplish work tasks.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting. • Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Daily housekeeping.
• Compliance with all Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Report all accidents, incidents and near misses to management.
• Other duties as directed or required.

Position Requirements

Education Requirements:
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience/specific knowledge:
• Previous work experience in a warehouse setting as it relates to operating a forklift and other associated equipment.

Certifications, registrations, and licenses:
• Ability to obtain and maintain TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Credential) as issued by TSA (Transportation Security Administration).
• Ability to become a member of the facility Emergency Response Team, including successful completion and passing of the required training and certification courses in regards to Industrial Firefighting School and Confined Space Rescue Training.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.

Competencies, skills, and abilities:
• Ability to multi-task.
• Effectively communicate, verbally (face-to-face and by telephone) and in writing, in English with co-workers, contractors, customers, government officials and management.
• Read and understand written material (in English), including use and understanding of basic numerical calculations.
• Must have basic math skills. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintaining instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to complete HAZ-MAT, DOT, Confined Space, and Lockout/Tag out training.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and background check upon job offer.

Physical demands:
• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to work in protected areas at heights greater than six (6) feet above ground.
• Must be able to work over water (dock).
• Must be able to reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
• Must be able to hear and smell for deficiencies or hazards.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces (inside storage tanks).
• Must be able to pass a respiratory fit test.
• Must be able to perform tasks while wearing a full face respirator or supplied air.
• Overtime may be required and is anticipated.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Working conditions:
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be willing to work all shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed and required.
• Must be available to respond to call-out as assigned.
• Must be able to take direction from supervisor, keep required work schedule, focus on attention to details, and follow work rules.
• Must be able to work as part of a team; communicate effectively with fellow workers and demonstrate adherence to established safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to withstand moderate noise levels.

Preferred experience and skills:
• Previous chemical, refining, terminal experience is preferred.
• Forklift operating experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PPE and industrial safety requirements.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.