Operator Loader

Cemex•Richmond, TX

About The Position

The Loader Operator operates heavy equipment safely and appropriately and cleans, maintains, and secures equipment in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and operator manuals. The role uses a front-end loader to move bulk materials between storage areas, conveyors, hoppers, trucks, and railcars, and helps maintain the quantity and quality of raw materials. The operator also participates in plant and equipment maintenance, follows regulatory and safety requirements, and works with plant personnel to address operational issues.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to perform job functions including pushing, turning, and/or pulling controls.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job, including walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing, and exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Operate a front-end loader to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage areas, feed conveyors and hoppers, and load trucks or railcars.
Operate loader controls and drive the equipment to scoop, transport, raise, tilt, and dump materials.
Verify aggregate quantities in storage bins and fill hoppers to maintain adequate quantities and quality of raw materials.
Perform routine loader maintenance, including lubrication, fueling, and cleaning.
Help ensure raw materials meet established quality and quantity standards.
Meet assigned performance indicators and work to improve the assigned plant and surrounding area.
Follow procedures to keep the plant compliant with state, federal, and local regulations and requirements.
Participate in minor maintenance and visual evaluations of plant and equipment.
Coordinate with the plant superintendent, batch person, and other personnel to resolve problems, provide feedback, and recommend performance improvements.
May haul cement and/or additives from storage areas in bulk or bags.
Follow CEMEX, OSHA, and MSHA rules and regulations and wear required safety equipment on plant grounds.
Meet or exceed company safety standards.
Perform other job responsibilities assigned by management.