Heavy Equipment Operator

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining all mobile equipment in the facility. Ability to do manual labor for plant cleanup and utility tasks. Ability to assist the blasting crew in the quarry with handling explosives and back filling drilled holes for a shot, if needed. The quarry/blasting responsibilities include the need to pass an ATF background check.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Heavy Equipment Operation

• Safe operation of mobile equipment (wheel loader, haul trucks, water truck, skid steer, backhoe, drill)
• Primary Crusher Operation including rock breaker
• Perform pre-shift inspection on vehicle prior to operation & submit to plant operator
• Fuel equipment as needed and properly log all fuel required
• Report all items found during pre-shift inspection
• All other heavy equipment operation duties as assigned.

Plant Utility

• Plant clean up as required (sweeping, shoveling, manual labor as needed)
• Shipping/Loading as required
• Perform equipment inspections notifying production and maintenance of issues.
• All other plant utility responsibilities as assigned.

Environmental, Health and Safety

• Follow all safety policies and procedures & attend scheduled safety meetings
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Promote safety among co-workers utilizing Behavioral Based Safety (BBS)
• Perform all work assigned in a neat and orderly manner adhering to company
• and governmental safety rules and regulations and procedures.
• All personnel will be responsible for the facilities' Safe Food initiative, Safe Qualify Feed (SQF), based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.

Quality Control

• Follow directions and dump mined ore in designated location as directed
• Report any deviations from the norm that might impact product quality or processing efficiencies

• Weigh truck and properly log weight of material hauled as required

• Abide by SFSF guidelines and regulations

General Duties

• Must successfully complete ATF background check
• Competently operate all HME equipment (loaders, haul trucks, motor grader, dozer, crusher, water truck, etc.)
• Ability to perform Blaster assistant duties
• Basic knowledge of 12/24volt electrical circuits
• Perform proper preventative maintenance on equipment (grease, lube, check fluids, air pressure, etc.)
• Contribute to FSMA and SQF initiatives
• Actively participate in Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBS) and other Corporate Safety Initiatives
• Must not have any documented incidents or disciplinary actions for one year

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining all mobile equipment in the facility. Ability to do manual labor for plant cleanup and utility tasks. Ability to assist the blasting crew in the quarry with handling explosives and back filling drilled holes for a shot, if needed. The quarry/blasting responsibilities include the need to pass an ATF background check.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:

Heavy Equipment Operation

• Safe operation of mobile equipment (wheel loader, haul trucks, water truck, skid steer, backhoe, drill)
• Primary Crusher Operation including rock breaker
• Perform pre-shift inspection on vehicle prior to operation & submit to plant operator
• Fuel equipment as needed and properly log all fuel required
• Report all items found during pre-shift inspection
• All other heavy equipment operation duties as assigned.

Plant Utility

• Plant clean up as required (sweeping, shoveling, manual labor as needed)
• Shipping/Loading as required
• Perform equipment inspections notifying production and maintenance of issues.
• All other plant utility responsibilities as assigned.

Environmental, Health and Safety

• Follow all safety policies and procedures & attend scheduled safety meetings
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Promote safety among co-workers utilizing Behavioral Based Safety (BBS)
• Perform all work assigned in a neat and orderly manner adhering to company and governmental safety rules and regulations and procedures.
• All personnel will be responsible for the facilities' Safe Food initiative, Safe Qualify Feed (SQF), based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.

Quality Control

• Follow directions and dump mined ore in designated location as directed
• Report any deviations from the norm that might impact product quality or processing efficiencies

• Weigh truck and properly log weight of material hauled as required

• Abide by SFSF guidelines and regulations

General Duties

• Must successfully complete ATF background check
• Competently operate all HME equipment (loaders, haul trucks, motor grader, dozer, crusher, water truck, etc.)
• Ability to perform Blaster assistant duties
• Basic knowledge of 12/24volt electrical circuits
• Perform proper preventative maintenance on equipment (grease, lube, check fluids, air pressure, etc.)
• Contribute to FSMA and SQF initiatives
• Actively participate in Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBS) and other Corporate Safety Initiatives
• Must not have any documented incidents or disciplinary actions for one year

• Lhoist North America offers a very competitive salary package that includes but is not limited to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with Lhoist North America 401K retirement savings options which includes an employer match. Lhoist North America also recognizes the importance of continuing education by offering Educational Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.

Here at Lhoist North America, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all individuals and strongly support diversity in our workplace. We strive to create an inclusive environment for everyone, and we are committed to treating everyone in a fair and equitable manner. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

RESPECT to people, COURAGE to be pioneers and raise the bar, and always demonstrating INTEGRITY and authenticity. Do these core values align with yours? If so, Lhoist North America may be the place for you! We are a company that believes our people make it happen and rewards talent by offering opportunities to further develop your knowledge and interests. Within our organization, we offer safety first environments, collaboration across teams, diverse and inclusive workspaces all while challenging each other to grow.

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Application Deadline for this role will be 03/28/2025

Call Karen at 254-978-9039