Heavy Equipment Operator (2nd Shift)

Locweld - A Stella-Jones Company; Goshen (VA); On-site; USD 21,071 - 30,010; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical plans

Company-paid life insurance

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus program

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Ability to purchase company stock

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in Goshen, VA, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to handle operational work related to the receipt and delivery of materials. The successful candidate will need a high school diploma, relevant experience, and an operating certificate. This position involves operating machinery like forklifts and participating in safety programs. It offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. Candidates should have good coordination and the ability to follow instructions accurately.

Qualifications

• One year experience in heavy industrial machine operations preferred.
• Operating certificate for equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Operates various machines proficiently to meet production levels.
• Completes daily inspection and maintenance report.
• Participates in the company safety program.
• Aids supervisors in following procedures correctly.

Skills

Good eye/hand coordination

Ability to apply common sense understanding

Annual OSHA forklift training

Wood products experience preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Knuckle-boom

Wood Boiler

Prentice Support

Job description

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our tie treating plant in Goshen, VA. The starting pay is $18.54 with a $.65 shift differential. This is a 2nd shift position.

Position Summary

Performs operational work related to receipt, shipment, storage, distributions or delivery of products, parts and materials. Loads, unloads, moves or stores items according to delivery or routing documents or supervisor instructions. Operates heavy equipment.

Schedule

Monday - Friday (2:30pm - 11:00pm)

Principal Responsibilities

• Operates one machines (Forklift, Knuckle-boom, Runaround, Wood Boiler Support, Prentice Support, Endplate Station Support, Trimmer Support). To operate proficiently, individual must operate consistently at or above target production levels.
• Completes daily inspection and maintenance report for assigned machine and identifies operational issues.
• Performs daily maintenance for assigned machine.
• Takes initiative to aid supervisors to make sure procedures as followed correctly.
• Participates and contributes to company safety program.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: One year experience in heavy industrial machine operations preferred
• License/Certification: Operating certificate for equipment (independent or through company)

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Good eye/hand coordination
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
• Annual OSHA forklift training
• Wood products experience preferred

Benefit Overview

• Comprehensive total benefits package with 3 medical plans including corresponding employer provided dental and vision plan.
• Company-paid benefits such as Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Long-Term Disability Coverage, and access to a robust employee assistance program
• Competitive compensation
• Annual bonus program opportunity
• 401(k) savings plan with generous Company match (150% on the first 4% deferred)
• 2 weeks paid vacation and 9 holidays
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ability to purchase Company stock

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