ASSISTANT PLANT OPERATOR

Knife River Corporation; Minnesota; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to assist in loading/unloading and operating heavy equipment in a safe manner. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience, demonstrating effective communication and safety enforcement skills. Join a leading construction materials producer committed to community and team development.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in loading/unloading and operating heavy equipment.
• Effective communication with customers and supervisors.
• Safety compliance and conducting safety inspections.

Responsibilities

• Assist in loading/unloading and operating vehicles and machinery.
• Communicate with customers and supervisors, ensuring safety.
• Prepare reports and enforce safety rules during operations.

Skills

Effective communication

Safety enforcement

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

KRC SD ST JOE TRANSLOAD
8552 RIDGEWOOD ROAD ST
ST JOSEPH, MN 57107, USA

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, committed to providing tools, training, and a safe work environment. Our goal is to build strong teams that build strong communities. We are publicly traded on the NYSE (KNF) and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

This position assists in coordinating activities of transportation and material-moving machine and plant helpers.

Schedule: During Production: M-F 5am-4pm; Saturdays as needed. During Maintenance: M-F 6am-2pm. Starting pay is $24.10/hour, depending on experience.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED, or
• One to three months related experience or training, or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities:

• Assist workers with loading/unloading vehicles, operating heavy equipment, and hand tools.
• Estimate transportation, personnel, or storage needs.
• Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and contractors to exchange information and resolve issues.
• Guide workers in transportation-related tasks, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Operate vehicles and machinery to complete work while complying with policies and safety regulations.
• Enforce safety rules and conduct safety inspections.
• Measure and weigh cargo to determine handling requirements.
• Train new workers and demonstrate safe work procedures.
• Inspect materials, vehicles, and equipment for safety and compliance.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Plan work assignments and allocate equipment to meet operational needs.
• Prepare reports on activities, operations, and safety incidents using computer software.
• Suggest improvements for safety, performance, and customer service.
• Assist in personnel management, including hiring and evaluations.
• Requisition supplies, equipment, and parts as needed.
• Review schedules and orders to determine work sequences and shipping details.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. All applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws.