Processing Loader/ Driver - 7A - 7P North Plant Processing

Department: South Plant Processing

- Loader Operator is responsible for the overall operation of the front-end loader in the raw clay storage area and/or the operation of the raw clay crushing units prior to the dryer.

Essential Functions:

- Operates loader ensuring the proper clay quantity and quality is maintained in the clay shed.

- Understands internal customer needs and modifies process to meet expectations.

- Operates crushers.

- Completes pre-shift safety and general inspection of the loader, crusher, and work area.

- Informs relief &/or next shift personnel and team leader of any abnormal conditions, defects, changes made in machine, and/or job procedures or conditions and current operating conditions and requirements.

- Assures all safety rules, regulations and precautions are followed.

- Assists with daily routine maintenance of equipment.

- Keeps work areas clean and free of clutter.

- Performs other duties as assigned.

- Participates in improvement activities.

- Acquires further training and proficiency in other job functions on processing team.

- Provides back-up support for other positions on processing team.

- Provides back-up support to other departments as needed.

Experience:

- Must meet the assessment requirements.

- Possess experience in operating front end loader in a safe manner.

- Possess knowledge required to monitor performance of equipment.

- Must understand all safety requirements and other communications.

- Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.

- If needed, must be able to stand for the duration of the shift

- Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently

- Bending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently

- Good sight and hearing to avoid hazards

- Must be able to communicate by radio

- Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE including, but not limited to: seat belts, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, dust mask, protective coveralls, and other as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.

- Must meet all physical requirements of the position.

Pay: $19.36