Rail Car Attendant

Job Title:

Rail Car Attendant

Job Summary

The Rail Car Attendant is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient unloading of rail cars containing plastic resin used in blown film manufacturing. This role ensures resin is properly transferred from incoming rail cars into designated silos, maintaining material integrity, inventory accuracy, and compliance with all safety and quality standards.

Job Location

Anderson, SC

Responsibilities

Receive and prepare inbound rail cars containing plastic resin for unloading

Verify resin grade, quantity, and documentation prior to unloading

Safely connect hoses and pumping equipment to rail cars and silos

Pump resin from rail cars into the correct designated silos according to production requirements

Monitor transfer process to prevent cross-contamination, overfilling, spills, or equipment damage

Perform required inspections of rail cars, hoses, valves, blowers, and related equipment

Accurately complete unloading logs, inventory records, and required paperwork

Coordinate with production, quality, and scheduling teams to ensure timely material availability

Maintain cleanliness of unloading areas, tracks, and surrounding work zones

Follow all plant safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, and environmental regulations

Respond promptly and appropriately to alarms, spills, or equipment malfunctions

Perform basic troubleshooting and report maintenance issues as needed

Assist with general materials handling duties as required

When not performing rail car unloading or pumping duties, assist with staging, organizing, and preparing scrap and reprocessed (repro) material for shipment in accordance with plant procedures and safety requirements

Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret work instructions, labels, and material documentation

Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

Experience

High school diploma or GED required

Previous experience in manufacturing, bulk material handling, or chemical/resin unloading preferred

Work Environment

Comfortable working outdoors around rail cars and in varying weather conditions

Physical Demands

Ability to stand, walk, and climb for extended periods

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed

Ability to work in dusty environments and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

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