Operator Loader

About the Company

Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage areas, feed conveyors, hoppers, and 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 to force bucket into bulk materials.
• Move levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled, drive vehicle to work site, and move levers to dump material.
• Verify amount of aggregate in storage bins and fill hoppers to ensure adequate quantity and quality of raw materials.
• Perform routine maintenance on loaders, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Participate in ensuring the quality and quantity of raw materials meet established standards.
• Ensure assigned performance indicators are met and work toward improvement of the assigned plant and surrounding area.
• Follow established procedures to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local regulations.
• Participate in ongoing minor maintenance and visual evaluations of plant and equipment.
• Confer with plant superintendent, batch person, and other personnel to resolve problems, provide feedback, and recommend solutions.
• May haul cement and/or additives from storage area in bulk or bags.
• Adhere to all CEMEX, OSHA, and MSHA rules and regulations and wear proper safety equipment while on plant grounds.
• Meet or exceed company safety standards.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English (bilingual a plus).

Working Conditions

• Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme noise, and working outdoors.
• Must wear protective equipment while at the location.

Physical Requirements

• Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently.
• Job involves sitting most of the time but also requires walking or standing for brief periods.
• Must be able to talk and hear to communicate safely around heavy rolling equipment.
• Must be able to perform all job functions, including pushing, turning, and/or pulling of controls.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Comprehensive wellness program.