Loader Operator

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This position is responsible for the loading of haul trucks in a safe, efficient, and acceptable manner while following all company quality guidelines and work procedures. The position is also responsible for the safety, upkeep, and cleanliness of the load out areas.

• Report pre-shift equipment inspections to Mine Foreman
• Report any unsafe conditions to a supervisor immediately

• Lubricate loader as required
• Maintain fluid level in loader
• Assist maintenance team members as directed

• Attend safety meetings
• Enforce all company, local, state and federal safety policies and procedures
• Maintain Company and Federal House Keeping Standards

• Implement all elements of the quality manual
• Maintain validity of documentation affecting the positions listed above
• Maintain the validity of all procedures affecting the positions listed above

• Be capable of performing back‑up duties for other Loader Operators and other qualified personnel

• Ensure a SQF workplace and follow regulatory compliance with Federal FDA – Food Modernization Safety Act (CFR Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, Part 507)
• Support Environmental Health and Safety, as well as SQF initiatives and awareness programs
• Be a leader and promoter of employee safety and SQF culture
• Following completion of SQF training, demonstrate understanding of expected safety, SQF performance and Food Safety Culture
• Complete periodic SQF training(s)
• Each site location will ensure training is conducted for new employees and continued for existing employees
• Employees will actively participate in audits for regulatory, safety, SQF and environmental compliance at the site

Perform other duties as assigned

• Loader Operator
• LP09.500 Preventative Maintenance
• Must be able to multiple tasks with a strong sense of urgency to meet the customer needs.
• Must be able to work well within a team environment and take instructions from management and co-workers.
• Must be a self‑starter with the ability to work independently.
• Must possess the basic reading and math skills.
• Must have good written and verbal communicate skills.
• Must possess strong record of attendance reliability.
• Must be safety oriented with the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Must be capable of performing the essential job duties required of this job.
• Must have industrial background with good troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledgeable of current environmental regulations and practices as they relate to the industry.
• Must be able to work shift work, seven days a week including holidays and be flexible to schedule changes, including overtime.
• Effectively communicate and interact with supervisors, managers, and peers.

• Must be physically able to perform work assigned.
• Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Will be working at times in covered environment but mainly in a mining environment.
• The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions:
  Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Mineral Particles.
• The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time):
  Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking,…