What are the responsibilities and job description for the Loader Operator position at Rex Lumber, LLC.?
Apalachee Pole Company is seeking a highly motivated individual with experience running Heavy Equipment. Are you wanting a long-term career close to home!? If your answer is yes, apply today!
Loader Operator
Job Type: Full Time
The role of the Loader Operator is to be able to proficiently inventory, transport, and organize log poles, so they are readily available to transition to the different stages of the manufacturing process
Essential duties and Responsibilities:
- Understand the correct pole manufacturing process
- Organize the pole yard area
- Sort and place materials by size, type, and product
- Assist with loading and unloading materials for customer orders
- Transport materials and products to and from work areas
- Participate in action planning process
- Perform basic maintenance as required
- Maintain a clean and safe environment
- All other duties assigned by supervisor
- Assist other operators as necessary
Organizational Relationships:
- Report to Yard Supervisor
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- 2 years heavy equipment experience
- Ability to operate an articulating wheel loader with grapple
- Understand and follow oral or written instructions issued by supervisors
- Ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time
- Ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with body, arms, and/or legs
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed
- Ability to work well as part of a team
- Ability to complete daily reports as required
- Understand basic mathematical skills
- Understand basic machine components and operation
- Excellent eye-hand-foot coordination
- Solid decision-making skills
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
SAFETY
- Must be able to follow all safety rules and regulations
- Wear all required personal protective equipment, i.e., hardhat, safety glasses, hearing protection, and reflective wear
- Report immediately all accidents, near-misses, property damage, equipment damage, or unsafe conditions
- Use proper lifting technique at all times
COMPANY BENEFITS
We are excited about your interest in a lumber manufacturing career. Rex Lumber is committed to providing its team members with an exceptional company culture and employment experience. If you want a career, not a job, and you want to experience big company benefits with an intimate company feel, come join the Rex Lumber team! You have an opportunity to join a fantastic team and be our newest contributor.
We offer outstanding benefits that include company paid:
- Health with Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Telemedicine Program through Teladoc
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Vacations and 7 Paid Holidays
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Employee Referral Program
- Personify Health Rewards Program
Additionally, we offer:
- Safety Incentives
- Accident and Critical Care Insurance
- Wellness Incentives and Employee Recognition Programs
- Conditional Tuition Assistance
- On-the-Job Training
- A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
- Uniform Rental and Boot Purchase Program