LOADER OPERATOR

Purpose and Objective of Job:

• Responsible for keeping the plant supplied with raw material and loading out pellets
• Must be able to operate the loader Safely and Efficiently

Job Duties:

• Responsible for daily checks and completing checklist on loader and report any issues immediately
• Responsible for communicating with off-going loader driver to discuss any issues etc…
• Routinely checks bark and all feed bins to make sure material does not run out
• Responsible for rolling and mixing each bucket of material for consistent material blends
• Responsible for mixing materials according to instructions from shift leader
• Must keep piles of raw material pushed up and in order
• Responsible for keeping loader clean of dust, blow off every 2 hours
• Must clean around and under reclaim bins once every shift as needed
• Must make sure loader fuel tank is full at shift change
• Must perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Leader

Job Requirements:

• Operate Loader Safely and follow all Safety Procedures
• Must wear seatbelt at all times while operating loader
• Absolutely no use of Cell Phone while operating loader or any other powered industrial vehicles
• Stop and blow horn at all doorways, blind spots, and pedestrian crosswalks
• If you see a pedestrian in loader area and suddenly lose sight of them stop loader immediately to verify that pedestrian is in a safe location
• Must stay in designated areas and paths with loaders, unless notified by shift leader to do different
• Must report any incidents or near miss with loader immediately to your shift leader
• Must keep loader in good operating condition
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to climb, sit, reach, stand, and lift up to 50 lbs. without any difficulties
• Must pass a vision test to obtain a loader license
• Must be able to meet all requirements to obtain a loader operator license
• Willing to work any schedule as required
• Willing to work overtime as required
• Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions, (hot, cold, wet, and dry)
• Must follow all policies and procedures within the employee handbook