Wheel Loader Operator - Level 1

About the role

The Wheel Loader Operator shall operate the functions of transferring pipe material throughout the stages of operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain transfer and production operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
• Instruct Yard Attendant regarding transfers and housekeeping operations.
• Verify all loading and unloading of material.
• Assist Inventory department for verification of counts and material.
• Route trucks to loading and unloading destinations within the yard.
• Complete loading and unloading documentation when required.
• Racking of material in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
• Communicating to Supervisor or Yard Lead any problems with material, racks, or trucks.
• Assist at processing inbound and outbound racks when needed.
• Employee must follow all PPE policies and safety rules.
• Employee must report to the Yard Lead for briefing on daily tasks.
• Employee must maintain good housekeeping in the yard and their equipment.
• Lift and transfer material in a safe manner as per safety regulations and instruction.
• Document, verify and record transfers via ERP Software System and/or hard copies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: A High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
• Years of Experience: Preferred 1-year minimum Forklift / Wheel Loader operation handling pipe.
• Job Knowledge: Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and hand held technical devices.
• Personal Competencies: Employee must be able to work with a flexible or rotating schedule which may require over-time when needed. Employee must be able to respond to call outs when required.
• Safety: Understands all applicable location safety rules and regulations and makes sure that all are being followed.
• Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
  • Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.
  • Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted on site.
  • The ability to lift 25/50 pounds regularly
  • The ability to respond quickly to sounds
  • The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
  • The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
  • The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds
  • The ability to work in loud, hot environments/extreme weather while wearing required PPE.
  • Ability to see 20-20 when corrected.
  • Ability to identify and distinguish colors.