What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loader Operator position at Kennebec Lumber Co?
General Description:
The Loader Operator shall adopt the culture, standards, values and working environment as outlined by the Sawmill Manager and the entire executive management team. The Loader Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently loading and unloading trucks, servicing the mill, and assisting in the organization of the yard in accordance with the Kennebec Lumber Co. standards. The Loader Operator will assist in keeping accurate inventory control, providing excellent customer service to all customers and vendors while maintaining a high level of professionalism. In addition, this position will assist in maintenance of the grounds, organization, and the daily care of the equipment.
Responsibilities:
- Loading and Unloading Trucks
- Accurately tagging and strapping lumber
- Rotating stock as directed
- Organizing placement of lumber in the yard
- Waxing Lumber Packs
- Performing light maintenance tasks on equipment
- Efficiently operate and input data into handheld device for shipping and inventory
- Maintain solid ongoing communication with other yard staff and loader operators to facilitate smooth operation of yard activities
- Keep Workspace Organized and clean – inclusive of equipment cabs
- Obtain any supplies through proper channels and SOP
- Demonstrate exemplary customer service to customers, vendors, and all site visitors at all times
- Service the mill as needed
- Assist with all trucks – incoming and outgoing.
- Sort and organize logs in yard in conjunction with log scalers
- Maintain Grounds, organization and accuracy
- Accurate documentation of all loads
- Fueling equipment at end of every shift
- Daily Inspection Sheet completion
- Greasing machines and Preventative Maintenance items and documentation
- Maintain effective communication regarding inventory, stain, and other yard related issues with Sawmill Manager or other effected employees.
- Participate in the snow removal process as directed by Management
- Perform other mill and yard duties as assigned
Physical Requirements
- Bend, stretch, stoop, squat, push, pull & twist multiple times daily.
- Light to Moderate wrist / hand repetitions.
- Stand / Walk for long periods of time on uneven surfaces as needed
- No allergies to sawdust, particles in the air (respiratory concerns)
- Ability to work in all weather conditions (below 0 degrees temps to over 90-degree temps).
- Ability to lift from 1-75 pounds from floor level to five feet level frequently
- Continuous step climbing in and out of a vehicle while pulling own body weight while climbing upward to get into the log loader vehicle.
- Continuous reaching and pulling at least half of the weight of their body
- Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without any trouble.
Safety Requirements
- Steel or Safety Toe footwear is required in all areas.
- Gloves required at all times when handling logs/lumber and in designated areas – per task in mill.
- Hearing Protection required
- Eye Protection required
- Report all near misses and unsafe acts to Sawmill Manager.
- Pedestrian awareness at all times.
- Florescent vests and hard hats are required for all outside activity (Exception, pedestrian travel from one building to another).
- Never walk through any overhead door that is controlled remotely (Always use access door next to overhead).
Other Requirements
- Participate in the department housekeeping program
- Good organizational / time management skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Additional training as required.