Loader Operator

Job Details

Job Location:

Oglethorpe, GA 31068

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.

• Responsible for daily checks and completing checklist on the loader and report any issues immediately.
• Responsible for communicating with the off‑going loader driver to discuss any issues.
• 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 the loader clean of dust, blowing off every 2 hours.
• Must clean around and under reclaim bins once every shift as needed.
• Must make sure the loader fuel tank is full at shift change.
• Must perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Leader.

• 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 the 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 otherwise.
• 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.