Loader Operator

Rogers • Greer, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Group, Inc. is seeking a Heavy Equipment Loader Operator for its Carolina SMA asphalt plant operations in Greer, South Carolina. The position is responsible for safely operating a front-end loader to move and stockpile aggregate materials, maintain the material supply needed for asphalt production, and support daily plant operations. The role is full-time and on-site, with a starting pay of $21 per hour, based on experience.

The work takes place at an active asphalt production facility and involves working outdoors around heavy equipment, moving trucks, aggregate materials, and industrial machinery. Employees work in varying weather conditions, including heat and cold, and around dust and noise, while maintaining a strong focus on safety. Overtime may be needed, including possible nights and Saturdays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• General mechanical knowledge and the ability to recognize equipment issues.
• Ability to perform daily equipment inspections and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to work independently and follow directions from plant management.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around heavy machinery, dust, noise, and moving equipment.
• Willingness to work overtime, extended hours, and Saturdays as production needs require.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating a front-end loader or similar heavy equipment.
• Experience in asphalt production, aggregate handling, quarry operations, or construction.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a front-end wheel loader to move, load, and stockpile aggregate materials used in asphalt production.
• Maintain adequate material supply to the asphalt plant's cold-feed bins to support continuous production.
• Load and transport aggregate materials throughout the plant as directed.
• Maintain organized stockpile areas and help prevent cross-contamination of aggregate materials.
• Perform daily pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and complete required documentation.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly report mechanical issues or safety concerns to management.
• Perform basic equipment care, cleaning, and routine maintenance as directed.
• Maintain clean and safe plant roadways, loading areas, and surrounding workspaces.
• Communicate with plant operators, truck drivers, and other personnel to support daily production needs.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures when operating equipment around personnel, trucks, and moving machinery.
• Assist with general plant maintenance, cleanup, and other production-related duties as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by plant management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus a Health Savings Account with an annual company contribution.
• Company-provided group life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution and matching after one year of service.
• Company-provided short- and long-term disability.
• Paid holidays, including a Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year's Day.
• Paid vacation available after a 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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