Loader Operator

Livestock Nutrition Center, LLC; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Livestock Nutrition Center, LLC is seeking a Loader Operator to safely operate front-end loaders and skid steers at the feed manufacturing facility. The role involves lifting, transporting bulk materials, loading trucks, and supporting maintenance and safety practices on a rotating schedule.

Ideal candidates will have loader and skid steer experience, the ability to lift 75 pounds, and endurance to work 10-hour shifts in varying weather conditions. Full-time with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience operating front-end loader or skid steer.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Able to stand for 10 hours/day in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates front-end loaders and skid steers to move bulk materials.
• Loads materials into trucks or railcars and assists with conveyors and hoppers.
• Performs routine maintenance and keeps equipment clean and safe.

Skills

Loader experience

Skid Steer experience

Physical stamina

Team player

Flexible schedule

Job description

Company OverviewLivestock Nutrition Center specializes in blending customized rations, supplements and premixes to meet the specific nutritional needs of Livestock Producer's operations. We understand that management, performance objectives and feeding practices can be vastly different between operations, and that these differences dictate specific nutritional or formulation requirements. Our experienced sales staff and nutritionist will work with the Producer to design a feeding program that is specific to their operation.Mission StatementOur Mission is to add value to the suppliers and end users in the feed ingredient supply chain through distribution, processing and service.Guiding PrincipleOur focus is to provide customized feeding programs, nutritional products, and expert service to livestock producers that promote their long-term success and profitability.Position SummaryThe Loader Operator will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of equipment, including Front End Loaders and Skid Steers at our feed manufacturing facility.Responsibilities & DutiesSafely operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicles, equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop, to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load trucks or railcars: Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel to operate loaderMoves levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front-end loader forward to force bucket into bulk material. Moves levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled, moves levers to dump materialOperates with a high level of detail to maintain accurate weights while generating a batch of blended feedMaintain clean equipment daily, and preform daily and weekly preventative maintenance on machinesEnsure company safety practices are followed, along with OSHA standardsEnsure the mill is kept clean, including the grounds surrounding the millPerform any other related operational processes or tasks deemed necessary by local managementQualifications and SkillsFront End Loader and Skid Steer experience requiredAbility to lift 75 poundsAbility to work and stand for 10hours/dayAbility to work in varying weather and environmental conditions, including exposure to dust, extreme heat or coldAbility to perform general housekeeping dutiesMaintain safe working environmentAttention to detailAbility to work in a team settingAbility to work a rotating scheduleSome weekends required in winter monthsBenefits and PerksAll full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.