Loader/Driver

Oil-Dri Corporation; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Oil-Dri Corporation of Georgia is seeking a Loader Operator to manage front-end loader operations in the raw clay storage area and operate the raw clay crushing units prior to the dryer. The shift runs 7A-7P, and the role reports to the Processing Supervisor.

Responsibilities include maintaining clay quantity and quality, performing pre-shift inspections, following safety rules, assisting with routine maintenance, and supporting other processing team members.

Qualifications

• Must have experience operating a front-end loader in a safe manner.
• Must understand safety requirements and other communications.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate the front-end loader to maintain proper clay quantity and quality.
• Operate crushers as required.
• Perform pre-shift safety and equipment inspections.
• Inform relief and shift leaders of any abnormal conditions or changes.
• Provide back-up support to processing and other departments as needed.

Skills

Loader operation

Safety compliance

Radio communication

Job description

Oil-Dri Corporation of Georgia, PO Box 200A, Ochlocknee, Georgia, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Processing - Loader/Driver

Shift: 7A-7P

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.

Oil-Dri Corporation of Georgia, PO Box 200A, Ochlocknee, Georgia, United States of America