Product Handler- Temporary

Date Posted: March 23, 2026
Closing Date: April 6, 2026
Reports To: Supervisor, Product Handling
Location: Medicine Hat
Duration: Full-time, Temporary

Position Summary

The Product Handler performs shipping and logistics duties to ensure that all company policies, procedures, and government regulations are met regarding railcar, truck loading and shipping, The duties of this role ensure that methanol production and shipping volumes balance and that product reaches customers within the allocated time frame.

This temporary position has an anticipated end date of July 30, 2027.

Position Responsibilities

• Prepares rail tracks to ensure all safety measures have been put into place prior to loading.
• Secures railcars and trucks to ensure safe transport of methanol.
• Ensures loading documentation is accurate to promote correct information transfer to shipping documentation.
• Using a track mobile, moves railcars between the loading and storage tracks and aligns railcars to the loading stalls.
• Willing to learn communication protocols for effective interactions to ensure safe operation while moving railcars.
• Completes lockout/tagout of valves and equipment prior to maintenance on loading equipment.
• Works with Marketing & Logistics and the truck drivers to ensure maximum load limits are achieved based on Transport Canada’s Guidelines.
• Completes transport truck documentation ensuring compliance with Transport Canada and its subsidiaries.
• Completes Safety Fire Protection Inspections, and housekeeping audits.
• Accurately enters data into the Rail and Truck Loading spreadsheet to balance daily and monthly plant production.
• Participates in track inspections with qualified track inspector.

Position Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
• Must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and performing manual labour, including standing, walking, climbing, and working in outdoor environments
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)

Preferred Qualifications

• Industrial Rail Car Mover Operations Training
• Relevant safety training (e.g., rail safety, TDG, confined space, etc.)
• Experience with railcar loading and moving railcars using a track mobile
• Experience using hand tools such as impact guns and torque wrenches

Core Competencies

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and follows all safety procedures and protocols
• Highly reliable with the ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet operational demands
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and address issues in real-time
• Pays close attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in loading, inspections, and documentation
• Communicates clearly and effectively with team members and supervisors
• Works independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment

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