Loader Operator - Rail Cars

Rogers•Princeton, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Princeton Quarry is an underground limestone mine/quarry seeking a Loader Operator to load out rail cars for our operation located in Princeton, KY. We offer competitive pay starting at $23/hr. with health, dental, vision, 401K, short term disability, long term disability and life insurance benefits. We also offer a variety of safety equipment, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The successful candidate for this role will have an uncompromising emphasis on safety excellence, be a self-starter and will have responsibilities that include but are not limited to:

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety with the ability to recognize and eliminate hazardous conditions.
Ability to safely operate equipment in confined work areas while maintaining awareness of surrounding personnel and equipment.
Self-starter/ ability to work without close supervision
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, and stand or walk for extended periods throughout the shift. Ability to frequently climb ladders, stairs, and access elevated work platforms.
Ability to safely enter and exit heavy equipment multiple times throughout the day.
Must pass pre-employment drug screening

Nice To Haves

Previous experience operating heavy equipment (front-end loader, articulated haul truck, dozer, excavator, or similar) preferred.
Previous experience in mining, quarry, aggregate, construction, manufacturing, or other heavy industrial environments preferred.
Basic welding skills preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Load rail cars accurately according to customer specifications and weight requirements.
Monitor rail car placement and coordinate with crews and supervisors during loading operations.
Perform daily pre-operational inspections of mobile equipment and promptly report mechanical deficiencies.
Monitor material quality and communicate any concerns to supervisors.
Perform routine housekeeping to maintain a clean and safe plant environment.
Assist maintenance personnel during scheduled plant outages and repairs.
Follow all MSHA, company safety, environmental, and operating procedures.
Lockout/Tagout equipment when performing maintenance or cleaning activities.
Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision
401K
Short term disability
Long term disability
Life insurance
Safety equipment
Paid holidays
Paid vacation time
Health Savings Account with annual company contribution
Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service
Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability
Paid Holiday’s including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day
Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service
Annual performance-based merit increases
Career growth/advancement opportunities