Railcar Flagman

**Job Summary**:
Operate material handling equipment in a safe and professional manner and ensure all containers have the proper amount of material for a smooth compounding operation.

Perform Flagman duties to provide a safe work zone for all employees working on or near the railroad tracks.

**Responsibilities**:

- Review and verify labels to ensure appropriate raw material.
- Move materials to appropriate storage/holding area (as applicable).
- Hang bags of raw material onto scale area as required throughout shift.
- Transport master batch material from warehouse to appropriate mixer as required and back to the appropriate location in the warehouse area after use.
- Ensure all scale, mixer, master batch and storage areas are maintained and organized at all times.
- Perform Inventory counts as required.
- Ensure inventory-related information is communicated to appropriate personnel (as required).
- Ensure trucks/trailers are properly docked and chocked before entering.
- Ensure structures and equipment are capable of supporting the intended load.
- Ensure lift truck is inspected before each use and record results on _Lift Truck Pre-use Inspection Form_.
- Report issues to maintenance immediately for repair.
- Identify recyclable materials by type and/or colour.
- Ensure all containers/bags are properly labeled.
- Ensure scrap product is moved to designated area as directed by supervisors.
- Maintain level of quality consistent with established standards.
- Comply with established safety rules.
- Comply with company policy and procedures.
- Maintain constructive working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and managers.
- Maintain regular attendance in accordance with company policy.
- Perform other duties as assigned to satisfaction of the Production Manager.
- Shall perform all duties required in connection with the operation of commuter trains.
- Promote safe work practices as well as maintains and fosters a safe work environment.
- Duties include but are not limited flagging to provide a safe work zone for all employees working on or near the railroad tracks.
- Notifies proper authorities and prepares reports to explain accidents, unscheduled stops or delays.
- Comply with train orders, train signals, radio communications, and railroad rules and regulations to ensure the safe and efficient operation for track workers and trains traveling through work zones.
- Other duties as required.

**Job Qualifications**:

- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
- Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in English.
- Organizational and analytical skills.
- Able to work and cooperate with other personnel.
- Able to lift 50lbs/22.7kgs.
- Able to work productively with minimum supervision.
- Able to trouble shoot and provide alternative action/s.
- Exhibit leadership qualities and skills.
- Understanding of PVC compound operation and control systems.
- Knowledge of compound performance requirements.
- Forklift Certification.
- Track Mobile Certification
- Flag Man Certification

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Concord, ON L4K 4J9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person