Rail Car Attendant
Pregis, Anderson, SC, United States
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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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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