Logistics Operator

Making Better Happen. Our story goes back more than 150 years, to the windy coast where Sweden and Denmark meet.

From our success in Scandinavia, we've grown into the world's leading specialist producer of plant-based oils, employing more than 4000 people all across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oils we produce go into making your chocolate extra creamy or putting the crunch into your croissant. And it's not just food - we work across industries to make products that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.

Every one of us works towards our shared purpose:
Making Better Happen™. Everything we do is about Making Better Happen together.

Join nearly 4,000 like-minded colleagues globally and build a better future with us.

Build a better future as a Logistics Operator in Newark, NJ!

Possible Bonus: 5%

The Logistics Operator is involved with the successful daily operation of the AAK Port Newark, NJ facility on a 5‑day a week, day‑shift basis. Some daily and weekend overtime is necessary. The position requires attention to detail, good record keeping, and the safe and efficient operation of equipment.

• Rail cars – loading and offloading
• Loading tank wagons in load out and outside near Tank Farm 1, Spot 5, Spot 7, TF 4, Warehouse
• Tank wagon – offloading
• CBE – set up heating and off‑loading
• CBE – trailer breakdown and clean up
• Warehouse – packaging product in totes, drums, and pails
• Warehouse – shipping, receiving and administration
• Maintain daily/weekly/monthly housekeeping outside the production building/refinery/Tank Farms and inside stairwells and other areas as directed
• Maintain sanitation standards for assigned areas
• Loading vegetable oil in railcars/tank wagons and accurately completing documentation
• Follow procedures to safely off‑load rail cars/tank wagons/CBEs/totes/drums
• Zero lost time injuries while performing job
• Assist refinery operators in tasks requiring additional manpower
• Use forklift and other company tools and equipment in a proper and safe manner
• Assist with packaging, shipping, and maintaining warehouse organization
• Assist maintenance employees with their tasks as able and requested
• Communicate effectively with day supervisor on issues and problems that may occur
• Report all incidents to Supervisor/Manager
• Participate in company activities such as Safety Committee, Audit committees, employee task force, Kaizen Teams etc. Contribute to the effort in controlling costs and minimizing waste
• Follow company PPE policy and ensure it is administered on site
• Proper documentation and data entry
• Understand and follow environmental protection policies set forth by company

• 8 hour OSHA on site safety training
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Forklift certification (preferred)
• Ability to operate manual or electrical pallet jacks
• Computer literate
• Strong problem solving and math skills
• Strong equipment troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), time management and organizational skills
• 2-3 years in related field or related experience in manufacturing facility (preferred)

• Career paths, training and development, e‑learning and tuition reimbursement programs to progress your future career
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision) starting date of hire
• Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000-$1,500
• 401(k) match: 100% of the first 3% you contribute and 50% of the next 3%
• Free Life and Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection and Legal Insurance Plans
• Discounts on travel, amusement parks, concerts, movies, and more
• Celebrations, events and activities on site and supporting our communities
• Recognition incentives for service and peer‑to‑peer recognition

AAK prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment.