Plant Loader Operator
About The Position
The Plant Loader Operator safely operates a front-end loader to supply consistent, properly blended material to processing plants. The role supports steady production, protects plant equipment, and helps ensure product quality. Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and wet environments. The position involves extended periods of sitting; frequent climbing in and out of equipment; and exposure to dust, noise, vibration, moving equipment, and uneven terrain. The employee may lift up to 50 pounds and work around moving equipment. MSHA training is not required at hire and will be provided. Overtime and varying shifts may be required. Walker County Stone offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families. The company is an equal opportunity employer, provides accommodations upon request, and uses E-Verify to determine new employees’ eligibility to work legally in the United States.
Requirements
- Ability to operate equipment safely in a quarry or industrial environment.
- Strong situational awareness and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work overtime and varying shifts.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience operating front-end loaders or similar heavy equipment preferred.
- Basic understanding of material handling and stockpiling practices preferred.
- Strong communication skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated and flexible.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience operating front-end loaders or similar heavy equipment.
- Basic understanding of material handling and stockpiling practices.
Responsibilities
- Feed raw material to processing plants while maintaining consistent and controlled material flow.
- Monitor feed material and adjust loading practices to support plant efficiency and product quality.
- Perform pre-shift inspections and report mechanical, safety, or operational deficiencies.
- Operate and maintain mobile equipment, including fueling, greasing, and basic upkeep.
- Work with plant operators to support consistent and efficient operation.
- Coordinate with Quality Control to maintain proper material blending and feed characteristics.
- Observe primary plant components, including conveyors, crushers, screens, hoppers, and pumps, and report issues.
- Communicate production concerns, process disruptions, or equipment issues to plant operators and supervisors.
- Maintain safe access and working areas within the plant and quarry.
- Keep work areas clean and organized, including stockpiles and feed zones.
- Operate equipment safely in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Immediately report equipment damage or unsafe conditions.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on the skills you bring to the company.
- Paid time off.
- Nine paid holidays starting on the first day.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Telehealth for employees and dependents.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Short-term disability insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Health savings account.
- Flexible spending account.
- Dependent care account.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contribution.
- Identity protection.
- Employee assistance program.
- Mental health coverage.
- Other optional benefit coverages.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
