LOADER OPERATOR

Role and Responsibilities

• Operate straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load trucks or railcars
• Start engine, shift gears, press pedals, and turn steering wheel to operate loader
• Move levers to lower and tilt bucket and drive front-end loader forward to force bucket into bulk material
• Move levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled, drive vehicle to work site, and move levers to dump material
• Perform and complete all items listed on preventative maintenance sheets at the beginning of each shift
• Ensure the right material goes into the correct bins and are topped off with the right blending rate
• Keep area around bins including tail rolls, area under belts, and ramps free from debris
• Keep radial pad clean including chips, bark, residuals, and fines at appropriate separate distance to limit contamination
• Effectively communicate to all team members and management any equipment deficiencies
• Meticulous attention to detail; able to follow instruction both written and verbal
• Ensure workers adhere to local, state and federal codes and regulations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education
• Two years' experience heavy equipment experience
• One year of in-plant manufacturing experience
• Must complete written and field training for loader
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, shovel, rake and any necessary requirements to keep area clean and safe
• Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work outdoors, rotating shifts, and lift 50 pounds required