Expal USA has a new owner, new leadership and a new commitment to expanded capabilities to meet the needs of our customer, the U.S. Government. We have upgraded our equipment and refined our processes to emphasize productivity, innovation, safety and teamwork in the disassembly, destruction and disposal of munitions that can no longer be used. We need new employees to be a part of our team in our Hooks, Texas facility.
We are seeking Box Loader Operators to work DAY and NIGHT 12-hour shifts (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on) at a starting pay of $18/hour. If you have a high school diploma or equivalent, an eye for detail, and a positive attitude that is contagious, we invite you to apply to be a part of our team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Box Loader Operator is responsible for loading, weighing, and preparing boxes of explosive materials for destruction in the static detonation chamber (SDC) and assist processing the burning trays for the oven. The box loader’s mission is to complete these tasks, among others, in a safe and efficient manner in pursuit of the goals of Expal USA, Inc
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follow all Expal process work instructions and safety standards
- Ensure proper handling, loading, and weighing of ordnance, ordnance components, and explosives during preparation for destruction in the SDC
- Ensure training and understanding of the proper handling and unique hazards of various types of ordnance and explosives that may be encountered
- Assist the SDC Operators with operating the loading, unloading, and sorting duties when running the Oven
- Ensure a clean and orderly work area at all times
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (as demonstrated through experience, training and/or testing)
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, and report any issues that may occur both by oral notification and written forms.
- Must be self-motivated and able to operate with minimal supervision
- Ability to read, write and speak English
- Must be able to perform basic mental math calculations
Experience
None required
Education
High School diploma or equivalent
Background Prerequisites
Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification, reference checks and controlled substance testing
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in manufacturing and/or explosives handling is preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
With or without reasonable accommodations, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
- Ability to lift 25lbs frequently, and lift up to 60lbs occasionally
- Ability to handle explosives and ordnance safely
- Ability to exchange information by seeing, hearing, speaking, and writing
- Ability to operate in a warehouse environment under unfavorable weather conditions (both heat and cold)
- Overtime work without advance notice
- Exposure to and requirement to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Maintaining a standing/walking position 90% of time
- Safely operating machinery with appropriate training and work instructions
- Requirement to wear personal protective equipment to include safety glasses, protective boots, ear plugs, and gloves