Heavy Equipment Operator - 2nd shift

LIGNETICS INC•Athens, WI

just now•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for raw material mixing and intake processes. This includes mixing material per specification to ensure production is set up for upcoming days with the proper blend and moisture content. The role also involves receiving incoming loads of raw materials, inspecting their quality, loading the infeed bin according to the production schedule, and performing loader inspections and maintenance. Effective communication with coworkers regarding workflow status is also a key part of the position.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
One to two years loader operation experience in an industrial setting highly preferred.
Good eye, hand and foot coordination.
Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time and multi-task.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs on a repetitive basis and stand and sit for long periods of time.
Ability to climb up and down stairs to get in and out of loader with no fear of confined spaces or heights.
Ability to do simple math calculations, use basic tools, and exhibit mechanical aptitude when conducting loader maintenance.

Nice To Haves

One to two years loader operation experience in an industrial setting highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Mix material per specification to ensure production is set up for upcoming days to ensure proper blend and moisture content.
Receive incoming loads of raw materials and separate by species.
Inspect quality of raw material to standard and notify plant leadership of any defects.
Load infeed bin per production schedule requirements.
Conduct loader inspections and perform loader maintenance.
Communicate with co-workers regarding status of work flow.
Other accountabilities as required.