Front End Loader Operator

Company: Lhoist Group
Location: Calera
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS :Must comply with company, state and governmental health and safety regulations, policies, and procedures at all times.Pick up raw stone unloaded by dump trucks and load this into stone hopper or haul trucks to dump into the hopper.Keep stone feeders covered with stone to keep stone available for kiln production and for dump trucks to have adequate place to unload.Ensure that coal hopper is full at all times.Keep coal in coal yard pushed up on pile for dump trucks to have adequate place to unload.Load waste into trucks for haulage to waste dump.Load kiln feed into customer trucks for haulage to kilns at other locations.Clean settled mud and sludge from settling ponds and loads into waste trucks.Position rail hopper cars under lime bins for loading as per directions from bulk loader or supervision.Use the required equipment checklist, performs a pre-shift safety and mechanical check on the loader/excavator.Perform repairs to equipment and maintains equipment as required.Keep yard area clean.Assist mechanic in changing oil, greasing and servicing loader/excavator. Keep loader/excavator clean. Perform related work and clean-up duties as assigned. Must report any potential operational or safety problem to supervisor. Must perform all tasks in a timely and efficient manner. Perform other duties as assigned.ATTRIBUTES: Must be capable of working any shift, overtime, be on-call, or work seven days a week, if needed. Must be able to multi task with a strong sense of urgency to meet the customer needs. Must be able to work well within a team environment and take instructions from management and co-workers. Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently. Must possess the basic reading and math skills. Must have good written and verbal communication skills. Strong record of attendance reliability. Must know, understand and observe all department and plant safety rules and maintain a high level of housekeeping in assigned work areas. Must be capable of performing the essential job duties required of this job.PHYSICAN DEMANDS:Must be physically able to perform work assigned. Must be physically capable of accessing all plant locations. Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels. Will be working at times in covered environment but mainly in lime/mineral environment. The employee will be exposed to the following working conditions: Extreme Heat and Cold, Noise, Vibration, Oils, and Atmospheric Conditions such as Dust, Fumes, and Lime/Mineral Particles. The employee will be required to perform the following actions (from time to time): Standing, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, talking, seeing, hearing and sitting. Ability to occasionally lift/carry 35 pounds.Required Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Technical training or AA degree in technical related field is desired.For this position, being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.Lhoist North America offers a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, and vacation. LNA also supports employee work-life balance with telecommuting and compressed workweek options for many positions.Lhoist North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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