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Bayou Processing & Storage is a trusted partner in steel coil processing, storage, and distribution, serving customers from our 250,000-square-foot facility near the Port of Houston. For more than 20 years, we’ve supported industries such as steel manufacturing, automotive, construction, and energy with reliable service and a strong commitment to safety and quality. With barge, rail, and truck access, our operation is built for efficiency, and operated by a team that takes pride in doing things the right way.

At BPS, our Core Values guide everything we do: Be Safe Always, Provide Great Service, Do the Right Thing, Take the Initiative, and Maximize Your Potential. If these values resonate with you and you’re looking for a place where you can contribute, grow, and be part of a team that supports one another, we invite you to join our team.

Coil Unloader – Rail & Barge Operations

Bayou Processing and Storage – San Jacinto County, TX
Shift: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Full-Time

About the Role

Bayou Processing and Storage is looking for a safety-conscious, dependable team member to join our operations crew as a Material Handler. This critical role supports the movement of heavy steel coils arriving by rail and barge. You’ll be working outdoors, on or near the water, using rigging and heavy equipment to safely unload and position steel coils for processing.

If you're comfortable working in a physically demanding, safety-first environment and want to be part of a hardworking team that keeps freight moving, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely unload steel coils from railroad cars and barges using overhead cranes and rigging equipment.
• Follow all safety and operational procedures when working near water, elevated surfaces, and moving equipment.
• Inspect incoming coils and assist in documentation and tagging.
• Assist with rigging and coil positioning in receiving yard.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas on docks, barges, and rail tracks.
• Wear and maintain all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including flotation devices as needed.
• Report safety hazards, near misses, or incidents promptly and accurately.
• Support other yard and processing functions as directed by the Receiving Supervisor.

Work Environment & Safety Requirements

• Must be comfortable working over and near water, including on docks and barges.
• Required to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and safety gear at all times when working near water.
• Exposure to outdoor weather year-round, including heat, rain, and cold.
• Will regularly climb onto and off of rail cars, ladders, or gangways.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk on concrete or metal grating for extended periods, and work in noisy, industrial environments.
• Safety is non-negotiable, we follow all OSHA, company regulations, and other request agencies to protect our team members.

What You Bring

• Prior experience in freight, marine, steel, or industrial environments is preferred.
• Familiarity with rigging, overhead cranes, or coil handling is a strong plus.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions, maintain situational awareness, and stay focused in high-risk areas.
• Willingness to learn, work as a team, and follow all safety rules and reporting procedures.

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screening and background check required.
• Must have reliable transportation to/from the facility in Jacinto City / Galena Park Area.

 

Apply Now

We’re proud of our team and the work we do. If you're ready to be part of a company that values safety, reliability, and teamwork, apply today.

Bayou Processing and Storage is an equal opportunity employer and a proud part of the North Shore Steel family of companies.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently on a routine basis and handle materials safely as part of daily job duties.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain safe body positioning while performing tasks and moving through the work area, including walking on concrete floors and uneven surfaces.
• Frequent squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, requiring full-body mobility, balance, and upper- and lower-body strength to perform work safely.
• Manual agility to operate tools safely and effectively, with regular use of arms, shoulders, and back for lifting, reaching, and positioning tasks.
• Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
• Maintain adequate visual and auditory acuity to safely perform assigned tasks, including but not limited to: identifying potential hazards, reading and/or recording measurements, inspecting materials, and responding promptly to verbal instructions, alarms or hand signals in the work environment

Pre-Employment Requirements:

All candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must complete the company’s pre-employment screening process. This includes:

• Criminal background check: reviewed in accordance with job duties, the nature and gravity of any convictions, and the time elapsed since the offense or sentence completion.
• Pre-hire drug screening: candidates must pass a drug screen to be eligible for hire.
• Physical assessment: required for all Production and Distribution positions, conducted by a company-designated physician at no cost to the candidate.

 

Participation in each step of the pre-employment process is required. Candidates who choose not to participate or who do not meet the screening criteria will not be eligible for employment.

 

Benefits:

At Bayou Processing & Storage, we invest in our team's well-being. Full-time employees receive a full benefits package that includes multiple Major Medical plan options, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Short-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, and HSA options for qualifying plans.

We also provide Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D coverage at no cost to you. You’ll also enjoy our competitive holiday schedule, PTO program, and a Safe Harbor 401(k) with company contributions to support your long-term financial goals.

We are an equal opportunity employer and maintain a safe, secure, and drug-free workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.