Hydraulic Loader Operator

Koppers•Somerville, TX

About The Position

The Hydraulic Loader Operator operates a hydraulic loader to handle treated and untreated wood products. Work includes moving products to and from railcars, trucks, and trams; packaging products for shipment and storage; and feeding or removing products from processing machinery. Duties are performed in areas assigned by management. The operator performs daily inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and completes other work assigned by management. The role requires following plant safety rules and operating procedures, promoting safety, and carrying out required safety, health, and environmental responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Pass pre-employment medical screening.
  • Be qualified by having held the job or, if awarded by seniority, have the ability to become qualified.
  • Demonstrate an acceptable retention level for required training elements.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Follow plant safety rules and comply with plant administrative and operating procedures; promote safety to other employees.
  • Carry out required safety, health, and environmental responsibilities.
  • Operate a hydraulic loader to handle treated and untreated wood products to and from cars, trucks, and trams; package products for shipment and storage; and feed or remove products from processing machinery.
  • Perform assigned work in areas designated by management and complete other work assigned by management.
  • Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
  • Promptly report incidents, injuries, damage, spills, and releases.
  • Promptly report unsafe acts and conditions and correct them when possible.
  • Wear personal protective equipment required by applicable hazard assessments.
  • Maintain a clean work area and perform required housekeeping.
  • Inspect equipment for oil and hydraulic leaks, and report them and shut down equipment if necessary.
  • Work safely with and around hazardous materials and hazardous waste and follow applicable rules and regulations.
  • Report and take appropriate action to handle treated material that is dripping.

Benefits

  • 10 paid holidays
  • 1 paid personal day
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Prescription drug insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions matching 100% of the first 1% and 50% of the next 2% of employee compensation contributed
  • Life insurance
  • Sickness and Accident plan
  • Voluntary Cross Training Bonus
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