Job Title
Loader Operator/Batch Plant Hand
Location: Batch Plant
Pay Scale: Dependent Upon Experience
Work Hours: Dayshift | Varied hours | Some OT
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience operating front-end loaders or similar equipment is preferred
- Flexibility to work extended hours, weekends & occasional nights
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn new responsibilities
- Physical stamina to perform tasks and work in outdoor environments with exposure to various weather conditions
- Knowledge of concrete industry is recommended but not required
- Commitment to safety
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to undergo drug screening and background checks as required by company policy and regulatory standards
- Basic knowledge of maintenance procedures
Daily Duties
- Operate front-end loaders to load aggregate materials, such as sand and gravel, into bins, hoppers, or conveyors according to production requirements.
- Safely maneuver loaders in tight spaces and around equipment, structures, and personnel within the batch plant.
- Monitor material flow and levels in bins and hoppers to prevent overfilling and maintain proper inventory levels.
- Conduct pre/post shift inspections of loaders, batch plant and equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on loaders, hoppers, conveyors, water boiler, air compressor and water/air lines, throughout the batch plant.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the batch plant by removing debris, spills, and buildup of materials as needed.
- Assist with other duties assigned, including general labor tasks, equipment operation and dispatch housekeeping, as necessary to support batch plant operations.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch, supervisors, and other team members to coordinate tasks, troubleshoot issues, and maintain production schedules.
- Assist with quality control checks and testing of concrete products, including slump tests, air content tests, and sample collection to ensure compliance of quality standards and customer specs.
*Disclaimer – The duties outlined above are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities for this role. Additional tasks and duties may be assigned by supervisor, as necessary.
