Front End Loader - 7P-7A

Oil-Dri Corporation of America; Ochlocknee (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Loader Operator for the South Plant Processing area. The role operates the front-end loader and raw clay crushing units, ensuring safe, efficient material handling and process flow in a demanding industrial environment.

Expect detailed pre-shift inspections, adherence to WE CARE safety standards, and collaboration with the processing team to meet production targets. Shift is 7P-7A with a starting pay of $20.64/hr plus a $2.00 shift differential.

Qualifications

• Experience operating front-end loader.
• Ability to monitor performance of equipment.
• Comply with safety requirements and WE CARE ethos.
• Able to communicate by radio and follow PPE protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader to maintain correct clay quantity and quality.
• Operate crushers as required in processing area.
• Perform pre-shift safety inspections of equipment and work area.
• Report abnormal conditions and changes to relief/next shift personnel and team leader.
• Assist with routine maintenance and keep work areas clean and safe.
• Provide backup support to processing team and other departments.

Skills

Loader operation

Safety awareness

Equipment monitoring

Radio communication

PPE compliance

Job description

Loader Operator is responsible for the overall operation of the front-end loader in the raw clay storage area and/or the operation of the raw clay crushing units prior to the dryer.

Processing - Loader/Driver

Department: South Plant Processing

Shift: 7P - 7A

Reports To: Processing Supervisor

Pay: $20.64

Job Summary

Loader Operator is responsible for the overall operation of the front-end loader in the raw clay storage area and/or the operation of the raw clay crushing units prior to the dryer.

Essential Functions

• Operates loader ensuring the proper clay quantity and quality is maintained in the clay shed.
• Understands internal customer needs and modifies process to meet expectations.
• Operates crushers.
• Completes pre-shift safety and general inspection of the loader, crusher, and work area.
• Informs relief &/or next shift personnel and team leader of any abnormal conditions, defects, changes made in machine, and/or job procedures or conditions and current operating conditions and requirements.
• Assures all safety rules, regulations and precautions are followed.
• Assists with daily routine maintenance of equipment.
• Keeps work areas clean and free of clutter.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in improvement activities.
• Acquires further training and proficiency in other job functions on processing team.
• Provides back-up support for other positions on processing team.
• Provides back-up support to other departments as needed.

Experience

• Must meet the assessment requirements.
• Possess experience in operating front end loader in a safe manner.
• Possess knowledge required to monitor performance of equipment.
• Must understand all safety requirements and other communications.
• Must satisfy the spirit of WE CARE.
• If needed, must be able to stand for the duration of the shift
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently
• Bending, reaching, twisting, stooping, walking, and climbing stairways and ladders frequently
• Good sight and hearing to avoid hazards
• Must be able to communicate by radio
• Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE including, but not limited to: seat belts, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, dust mask, protective coveralls, and other as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment.
• Must meet all physical requirements of the position.

Pay: $20.64 + $2.00 shift differential