Job Description

Join our team as a Loader at Tessenderlo Kerley Inc., where you will play a vital role in ensuring that our plant and terminal operations in Hanford, California run smoothly.

At Tessenderlo Kerley, we take pride in our commitment to integrity, teamwork, and safety. If you’re a hardworking individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and shares our dedication to adhering to policies and regulations, we want to hear from you!

As a Loader at our Hanford site, you will be an integral part of a close-knit, on-site team within a vibrant organization known for promoting innovation and creative thinking. You’ll strive for operational excellence each day while upholding our exceptional safety standards. With a remarkable safety record — most of our production facilities have gone over 20 years without a lost-time incident — Tessenderlo Kerley is where your commitment to safety and quality will be celebrated and rewarded.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to a legacy of excellence, come be a part of our journey toward sustaining a safer and more innovative future!

The starting hourly pay for a Loader at our Hanford site is: $28.41

Responsibilities:

• Load and unload trucks, railcars and totes in accordance with Tessenderlo Kerley policy and OSHA, BOE, EPA, HM-126 and DOT regulations.
• Contain, clean up, package and label Hazardous Waste according to HAZWOPER training and OSHA, EPA, RCRA, HM-126 and DOT regulations.
• Complete and sign Bill of Ladings and other paperwork associated with the loading and unloading process. Obtain samples of trucks and railcars loaded.
• Participate in the plant safety program, including presenting and attending required safety meetings, reporting potential hazards, and performing monthly safety inspections.
• Routinely inspect vessels and equipment to prevent equipment failure or damage.
• Maintain plant property in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Assist in plant projects, including maintenance, turnaround, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), piping, flushing and confined space entries.
• Implement an emergency response plan and assist in the mitigation of emergency situations.
• Fill out work permits, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) permits and work orders.
• Handle and operate site equipment (vehicles) - Trackmobile, manlift, scissor lift and forklift.
• Perform any other duties as deemed necessary by management.

Qualifications

** What We're Looking For:**

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Technical and mechanical experience is desired.
• Good mechanical and technical knowledge and skills.
• Must be able to read and understand the material.
• Basic mathematical and analytical skills.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literate – must have basic computer skills.

** Physical Requirements:**

• Ability to climb stairs/ladders as needed.
• Ability to lift/carry 40 pounds.
• Ability to work in cold and hot weather.

Additional Information

Why join Tessenderlo Kerley:

Working at Tessenderlo Kerley

• Work/life balance
• Fun and rewarding environment
• Learning, development and teamwork
• Community involvement/outreach
• Challenging and meaningful work

Benefits & Rewards:

The starting salary for this position is $28.41, with opportunities for career progression.

• Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (Low employee premiums!)
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of employee contribution
• 401(k) company retirement contribution at year-end, up to 4% of annual base salary
• Short-term incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
• Life Insurance (2x annual base salary)
• Paid vacation and sick time, and 10 paid holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
• Adoption Assistance: Up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
• Paid maternity and parental time off
• Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Telemedicine program for you and your dependents
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Company referral program

Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is part of Tessenderlo Group (Euronext: TESB), a global industrial group that focuses on agriculture, valorizing bio-residuals, machinery, mechanical engineering, electronics, energy, and industrial solutions for water management. At the heart of the strategy of Tessenderlo Group lies the conviction that “Every Molecule Counts.” In everything we do, we seek to further valorize and add value to our products and processes. For more information about Tessenderlo Group, please visit www.tessenderlo.com.

Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.