Woodyard Loader Operator - Graveyard Shift

Lignetics•Kootenai, ID

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Woodyard Loader Operator to join our team. This is a full-time position with a graveyard shift schedule, Monday through Thursday, 6 PM to 6 AM, with some Fridays. The role involves operating a loader to manage raw materials, ensuring proper blend and moisture content for production. You will be responsible for receiving, inspecting, and loading materials, as well as performing loader inspections and maintenance. Training will be provided on the day shift.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
One to two years loader operation experience in an industrial setting highly preferred.
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.

Responsibilities

Mix material per specification to ensure production is set up for upcoming days to ensure proper blend and moisture content.
Receiving 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.
Conduct loader inspections and perform loader maintenance.
Communicate with co-workers regarding status of work flow.
Other accountabilities as required.