Loader Operator
About The Position
Our North Garden, VA facility is seeking a skilled Front End Loader Operator to join our first-shift operations team. This position offers a great opportunity for an experienced and motivated individual to contribute to the success of a leading hardwood lumber manufacturer. The primary responsibilities include safely and efficiently operating a wheel loader/front loader to handle logs, cants, packs of lumber, and other mill materials, as well as loading chips, dust, and bark into open-top trailers.
Requirements
- Previous experience operating a wheel loader or similar heavy equipment required.
- Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of log yard or sawmill operations preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate a wheel loader/front loader to move and organize various materials around the sawmill.
- Unload and load log trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
- Organize logs into proper decks according to size, species, or production needs.
- Load logs into the mill to maintain steady production flow.
- Load containers of resale logs and mulch trucks as needed.
- Maintain communication with production and shipping departments to support ongoing operations.
- Adhere to all plant safety and environmental policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Work independently while maintaining a high level of accuracy and efficiency.
- Assist the shipping department with additional duties as required.
Benefits
- First Shift
- Full-Time Hours
- Overtime Hours and Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
