Heavy Equipment / Loader Operator - Graveyard shift

Lignetics•White Pigeon, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Woodyard Loader Operator is responsible for managing raw materials, including mixing and intake, ensuring production is set up for upcoming days with the proper blend and moisture content. This role involves receiving and inspecting incoming raw materials, loading the infeed bin according to the production schedule, and performing loader inspections and maintenance. The operator will also cross-train and assist in other positions as needed, such as Packaging, Clean up, and Forklift operations. Strong communication with co-workers regarding workflow status is essential. Other accountabilities as required.

Requirements

One to two years loader operation experience in an industrial setting highly preferred.
Willingness to help out with other positions (Packaging line, Forklift, Clean up, etc.).
Good eye, hand and foot coordination.
Ability to concentrate for extended periods of time and multi-task.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs on a repetitive basis and stand and sit for long periods of time.
Ability to climb up and down stairs to get in and out of loader with no fear of confined spaces or heights.
Ability to do simple math calculations, use basic tools, and exhibit mechanical aptitude when conducting loader maintenance.
Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

Mix material per specification to ensure production is set up for upcoming days to ensure proper blend and moisture content.
Receive incoming loads of raw materials and separate by species.
Inspect quality of raw material to standard and notify plant leadership of any defects.
Load infeed bin per production schedule requirements.
Cross train and help out other positions (Packaging, Clean up, Forklift) as needed.
Conduct loader inspections and perform loader maintenance.
Communicate with co-workers regarding status of work flow.
Other accountabilities as required.