Job Description

The Logistics Technician is a day position at the Marietta polystyrene plant. The job requires work on day turn Monday – Friday and will require overtime on weekends and holidays during high workload periods. The position requires knowledge and use of a workstation, use of a computerized maintenance work order and shipment release system (SAP), minor maintenance on railcars, and the ability to safely and responsibly operate the plant equipment using standard operating procedures and work processes.

Primary Responsibilities:

Perform routine operation of a basic control system and devices to monitor and transfer products.
Loading finished materials into railcars, bulk trucks, and cartons.
Using troubleshooting skills to resolve product quality, safety, and environmental problems.
Attention to detail while inspecting, cleaning, loading and securing trucks and railcars.
Following operating discipline, procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned duties.
The control, monitoring and adjustment of all control systems and manually operated systems.
Inspection and identification of equipment and rail cars requiring maintenance.
Performing minor maintenance activities on rail cars
Clearing and tagging equipment as required.
Communicating with transportation providers on issues related to carriers and equipment.
Performing tasks assigned per ACT.
Accurately completing all required paperwork.
Performing all duties with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.
Experience in chemical/manufacturing plant operation is a plus but not required.
High degree of safety awareness and commitment to following safety standards.
Ensure procedures are valid and up to date.
Participate in internal and external audits.

Job Requirements:

High school diploma is required.
Must be able to operate forklifts and track-mobile.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Work involves climbing stairs and ladders to access the top of railcars, trucks, and silos.
Must be able to work at heights on top of silos and blenders.
Tenets of Operations and Tenets of Maintenance awareness.

Preferred:

Two-year degree, two years of experience in chemical plant operations, or completion of technical program with training in process operations such as pumps, heat exchangers, valves, and chemical reactions.

Training Requirements:

Track-mobile.
Forklift.
Qualification Exam for Logistics Technician.

Relocation is not available with this position.
Americas Styrenics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status or marital status.
To all recruitment agencies: We are not responsible for any fee related to unsolicited resumes from 3rd party staffing and recruiting agencies (whether submitted through this website or sent directly to employees) unless a written agreement is in place between the agency and Amsty (“Company”) and an authorized Company representative makes a written request to the agency to assist with this requisition. Similarly, no fee will be paid for candidates who apply and claim to be represented by an agency. Any unsolicited resumes, CVs, or other candidate information submitted by an agency will become the property of Company, and no fee will be paid in the event such candidate is hired.

About AmSty

At AmSty, we’re driven by a simple purpose: to create essential, sustainable materials that help build safe communities and support healthy living. Our styrene monomer and polystyrene resins play a meaningful role in everyday life - from the homes we live in to the cars we drive, the food we enjoy and the innovations that fuel our future. We take that responsibility seriously.

We’re committed to producing these materials in the most sustainable way possible, reducing our environmental impact and leading the industry forward in circular solutions. As one of the region’s leading producers of polystyrene and styrene monomer, and an early pioneer in circularity, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made to keep valuable materials out of landfills and the environment. Our sustainability efforts are backed by third-party validation. All manufacturing facilities are ISCC PLUS certified – the global gold standard for sustainable plastics accreditation.

Across AmSty, safety, integrity and respect guide how we show up for our employees, customers and communities. We work hard to create a workplace where people feel supported, can grow in their careers and bring their ideas forward. We’re also focused on delivering quality and reliability for our customers, building partnerships that help them solve today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities.

Founded in 2008 as a joint venture between Chevron Phillips Chemical and Dow, and today, a joint-venture between Chevron Phillips Chemical and Trinseo, AmSty has grown into a leading producer of styrene and polystyrene.

Together, we’re shaping a more sustainable future for the materials that make modern life possible.

Industry

Chemicals & Materials

Company Size

201-500 employees

Headquarters

The Woodlands, Texas

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

amsty.com

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