Heavy Equipment Operator

Arauco • Malvern, AR

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a rewarding career with a company that values people, growth, sustainability, and teamwork? Join our Malvern team as a Heavy Equipment Operator! This role supports our operations through the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment including front end Loaders, Big Lift Forklifts, and standard forklifts.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to safely work in a fast-paced manufacturing and industrial environment
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and operational excellence
• Ability to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to climb in and out of heavy equipment multiple times throughout the shift
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and perform routine equipment inspections
• Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts in environments with dust, noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures
• Must maintain the visual awareness and focus necessary to safely operate heavy equipment and work around pedestrians and mobile equipment

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment, loaders, large forklifts, material handlers, construction equipment, or similar mobile equipment preferred
• Experience with equipment inspections, material handling, and operating around production equipment is a plus

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment, including Loaders, Big Lift Forklifts, and standard forklifts to move raw materials and finished products throughout the facility
• Load, unload, transport, and stage materials while supporting production and shipping activities
• Perform routine equipment inspections and complete pre-shift safety checks
• Identify and report equipment concerns, maintenance needs, and safety issues in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and equipment records as required
• Work closely with production, maintenance, and shipping teams to ensure safe and efficient operations
• Follow all safety procedures, environmental requirements, and operating standards

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus a profit share/gain share program
• Health plans with options that meet your needs
• Wellness program
• Gym reimbursement
• Pet insurance
• Legal insurance
• Employer-paid and voluntary life insurance
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Competitive vacation package
• Company and floating holidays
• Retirement planning options, including generous employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Opportunities to learn and develop
• Long-term career growth with opportunities to train and certify on multiple pieces of equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED