Forklift Operator (Loudon, TN) – Austin Industrial

Austin Bridge & Road•Loudon, TN

About The Position

The Equipment Operator operates front-end loaders and forklifts to move, lift, position, and reposition products, equipment, and materials in industrial work areas. Under general supervision, the operator loads trucks and moves and fills hoppers, ensuring loads are safely positioned before lifting. The role requires following written, verbal, and signal instructions, reporting equipment malfunctions and safety concerns, inspecting equipment, completing required paperwork, and complying with company and plant safety procedures. The operator may also operate a mobile sweeper, wash down areas around columns and hoppers, and shovel in hard-to-reach areas. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring night-shift work on a 3-on/3-off schedule with 12-hour shifts. Pay depends on experience. The position is based in an industrial/construction environment that may involve exposure to weather, temperature extremes, noise, dust, fumes, moving equipment, vibration, and other site-specific hazards. Required PPE must be worn. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

At least 3 years of front-end loader operating experience.
Forklift and heavy equipment certifications.
Must pass a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment.
Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
Must be able to perform the job’s physical duties, which may include lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds; working at elevations, on uneven surfaces, or in confined spaces; and wearing required PPE.
Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow safety procedures, work instructions, and company policies; exercise sound judgment; solve problems; maintain attention to detail; manage stress; and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Operate a front-end loader and forklift under general supervision to load trucks and move and fill hoppers.
Manipulate controls to regulate the speed and direction of front-end loader and hoist movement according to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
Report equipment malfunctions and safety concerns to the plant contact and Austin Industrial supervision.
Clean and inspect the front-end loader daily for safety issues and determine whether parts are malfunctioning.
Complete job tickets, service quality summaries, and other necessary paperwork.
Follow Austin Industrial and plant safety procedures and guidelines when operating equipment.
As required, operate a mobile sweeper, wash down areas around columns and hoppers, and shovel in hard-to-reach areas.
Perform duties while wearing required personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.