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 4,000 people globally. We work with customers across industries to improve product quality, healthfulness, and sustainability.

The Logistics Operator is involved in 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.

• Maintain sanitation standards for assigned areas.
• Load vegetable oil in railcars/tank wagons and accurately complete documentation.
• Safely off‑load rail cars/tank wagons/CBEs/totes/drums following procedures.
• Ensure zero lost‑time injuries while performing job.
• Assist refinery operators with tasks requiring additional manpower.
• Operate forklift and other company tools and equipment safely.
• Assist with packaging, shipping, and maintaining warehouse organization.
• Assist maintenance employees as requested.
• Communicate effectively with the day supervisor on issues and problems.
• Report all incidents to Supervisor/Manager.
• Participate in company activities such as Safety Committee, Audit Committees, employee task force, Kaizen Teams, etc. Contribute to cost control and waste minimization.
• Follow company PPE policy and ensure it is administered on‑site.
• Maintain proper documentation and data entry.
• Understand and follow environmental protection policies set forth by the company.

• 8‑hour OSHA on‑site safety training completed.
• 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 of related field experience or manufacturing facility experience (preferred).

• Career paths, training and development, e‑learning and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) starting date of hire.
• Health Savings Account with AAK annual contribution of $1,000‑$1,500.
• 401(k) match: 100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of 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 support for community engagement.
• Recognition incentives for service and peer‑to‑peer recognition.

Everything AAK does is about Making Better Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are value‑adding ingredients in many products people love to consume. Our 4,000 employees support close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices and 15 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, supported by more than 20 production facilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm with headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.

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.