Ready Mix Plant, Dozer/Loader Operator | Terrell, TX

Martin Marietta • Terrell, TX

85d

About The Position

The Loader Operator position reports to the Plant Manager and will be in a role of (secondary supervision) production teamwork. Primary functions are to safely charge ready mix plants and material (sand and gravel), maintain stockpile areas and to service the loader. Our Redi-Mix customers, the Batchman, and the Mixer Operators are all vital to the Loader Operators performance function and should be considered as the Loader Operator 'Customers'.

Requirements

• Must be physically capable to climb on and under conveyor belts and work in high places
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and lift heavy objects such as shovels full of concrete materials
• Must be able to use hand tools and grease gun to perform all phases of loader maintenance
• Flexible attitude engaged in team goals
• Ability to drive long distances to various locations
• Must be willing to cross train throughout plant operations
• Six months of experience in operation and maintenance of a front end loader

Responsibilities

• Operates loader to transfer material from yard to storage bins
• Grease the loader daily
• Signs and maintains raw material delivery tickets
• Confirm receipt of materials before signing tickets
• Performs daily preventative maintenance - tire pressure, oil, grease, diesel fuel, hoses for leaks and all moving parts for proper function
• Records daily maintenance activities
• Daily pre and post trip inspections are required on the plant and loader
• Help maintain all of plant yard area for environmental compliance
• Maintain the area around the concrete pans
• Assist in the inventory process
• Report any problems to maintenance personnel and manager
• Demonstrates good knowledge of lockout/tagout procedure required during certain procedures
• Performs preventative maintenance on conveyor belts, which charge plants, and maintains other plant equipment
• Assists Batch Plant Operator and Master Maintenance Mechanic with other duties as needed
• Cleans area around aggregate charging hoppers, load point and assist in cleaning plant and yard
• Prepare and maintain an area for waste concrete to produce good reusable base material
• Demonstrates a good working knowledge of Company Rules and Regulations, and assures facility compliance with OSHA, DOT, TNRCC, EPA, and other regulatory agencies
• Assist with training of co-workers as needed
• Required to follow all safety policies and procedures, wear PPE and promote a 24/7 Safe Culture
• Perform other duties as required by Production Coordinator
• Able to cross train in areas not limited to but including batch operators, driving mixer & heavy equipment

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with OT opportunities
• Annual Pay Increases
• PTO Available as of DAY ONE
• Opportunities to grow with company
• Guaranteed to be home every day
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)
• Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on FIRST DAY

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees