Front End Loader Operator

Buechel Stone; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

401(k) Plan

Job summary

A natural stone company in North Carolina is looking for a Shipping/Floater Loader Operator to handle loading and unloading of materials. The role requires certification in loader and forklift operations and the ability to lift heavy objects. Candidates should have data entry and communication skills, and be comfortable working with minimal supervision. This position offers full-time 1st shift hours, with a salary of $18.50 per hour and various company benefits.

Qualifications

• Certification in loader and forklift operation is a plus.
• Knowledge of operating heavy equipment or forklift experience.
• Able to work with minimal supervision, be proactive, and work with others.
• Data entry, math, and computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials as assigned.
• Transport stone to production areas for efficient output.
• Follow all safety regulations.
• Maintain organized work area and equipment.

Skills

Loader operation

Forklift experience

Data entry skills

Ability to lift 50-100 pounds

Written and verbal communication

Education

Certification in loader and forklift operation

Job description

Position

Shipping/Floater Loader Operator

Shifts

1st Shift Position

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 8 Paid Holidays, Paid Birthday Off, Paid Vacation, Paid Annual Volunteer Day, Extreme Anniversary Program, and 401(k) Plan.

About Us

Buechel Stone is a family owned and operated company headquartered in Wisconsin with production facilities in Kansas and North Carolina. We are a natural stone company that prides itself on being THE BEST EXPERIENCE in natural stone for both our customers and employees.

About You

How do you know if Buechel Stone is the right place for you? Simple. Are you looking for a place where the ownership group CARES about their employees? Do you OWN up to tasks and jobs that you have and have INTEGRITY when things are not going right? Do you like to have FUN and GET STUFF DONE? If these are resonating with you, then you are in the right place.

Summary

The Shipping/Floater Loader Operator is responsible for loading outgoing material and unloading incoming materials as assigned. The work often involves picking and staging products for orders. They typically use motorized equipment such as a front‑end loader to move material to and from storage or production areas and trucks. Loader operators are also responsible for processing shipping and receiving paperwork.

Role And Responsibilities

• Participate in mandatory stretching exercise program
• Receive direction and work orders from the Operations Manager and Shift Lead
• Transport stone continuously to production areas for efficient production output
• Follow all safety regulations
• Verify the accuracy of quantity of material
• Make sure packaging is secure and intact, labelled properly and if needed, re‑label or wrap items
• Load/unload trucks for outside contractors, customers, and transfer trucks (occasionally live loading required)
• Keep all material handling equipment in the best condition by conducting daily inspection
• Ensure product meets quality standards
• Process required paperwork
• Maintain an organised and neat work area
• Setup and stage orders for shipping
• Finished product placed in the proper designated areas
• Weigh and band finished product
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• Certification in loader and forklift operation a plus- Can provide on site!
• Knowledge of operating heavy equipment or forklift experience
• Able to work with minimal supervision, be proactive, and able to work with others
• Data entry, math, and computer skills
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, write and speak English
• Ability to lift objects weighing between 50‑100 pounds

Competencies

• Detailed oriented
• Dependable
• Ability to adapt to varying work environments
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Work Conditions

• Works in indoor and outdoor conditions including varying weather and environments
• Hours are full time 1st shift M‑F

Additional Information

Buechel Stone Corp will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the FCO.

Salary: $18.50 per hour