Processing and shipment of materials, load and unload trucks, trailers, customer’s vehicles, and assist Production Manager with operations as assigned.

•             Ability to regularly stand, kneel, stoop, squat, walk, talk, and hear

•             Ability to frequently reach with hands and arm. 

•             Ability to frequently use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, manipulate tools or controls, or grasp

•             Pass and maintain KCC/DOT physical requirements

•             Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds

•             Ability to occasionally life and/or move up to 50 pounds

•             Ability to occasionally push or pull carts of 75-100 pounds

•             Present a positive and productive image to individuals served, all business contacts during performance of job duties, general public, and peers

•             Drive SDS trucks when assigned

•             Safely operate vehicles, powered forklifts, and tools as trained

•             Assure trucks and equipment are maintained in a safe, operable, and acceptable condition.

o             Notify supervisor of maintenance needs promptly

o             Maintain forklifts and misc. equipment:  correctly load and unload materials, grease and maintain equipment

o             Identify and provide necessary maintenance, upgrades, and modifications as assigned

•             Assure materials are processed correctly and to buyer specifications

o             Sort materials prior to and during processing

o             Set up and tear down areas as assigned

o             Movement of materials with pallet jack or forklift

•             Transport materials to buyer or processing center as assigned

o             Load materials into trucks or trailers

o             Drive SDS trucks when assigned

•             Assure OSHA and SDS requirements for worker safety, facilities, equipment procedures (including Lockout/Tagout) are implemented and adhered to

•             Assure all equipment and agency property is shut down and secured at the end of each business day

•             Conduct routine safety/fire inspections for equipment and materials

•             Safely operate a powered fork lift

•             Maintain cleanliness of work areas and yard

o             Pick up materials from work areas and sweep floors

o             Pick up materials on yard

o             Assure all items are place back into processing and that trash is prepared for pick up.

•             Follow assigned work schedule, attending meetings and training as required.  Schedules typically will reflect day hours Monday – Friday, with occasional Saturday hours.  Hours may vary based on need and employee is expected to remain flexible and cooperative

•             Complete and compile operational records, reports and provide information to supervisors and peer as required

•             Follow all SDS policies and procedures associated with employment

•             Other duties as assigned by supervisor

This position may be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $1500 after successful completion of 60 days of employment.

Complete an application on line at www.sunflowerdiv.com or stop by 5611 10th St, 8823 4th St, or The UPS Store to pick up an application