Loader Operator

Livestock Nutrition Center LLC; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Livestock Nutrition Center LLC is seeking a Loader Operator to safely operate front-end loaders and skid steers at our feed manufacturing facility. You will handle bulk materials, assist with blending and batching, and perform routine maintenance while following all safety practices.

The role requires physical stamina for long shifts, ability to work in varying weather, and a willingness to work weekends during winter months. Join our team focused on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Front End Loader and Skid Steer experience required.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds.
• Ability to work and stand for 10 hours/day.
• Ability to work in varying weather and environmental conditions, including exposure to dust, extreme heat or cold.
• Maintain safe working environment.
• Attention to detail and teamwork.
• Willingness to work a rotating schedule.
• Some weekends required in winter months.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates loader to move bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas.
• Positions and loads materials for conveying, hoppers, or trucks.
• Maintains accurate weights and batches during feed blending.
• Performs daily and weekly preventative maintenance on machines.
• Adheres to safety practices and OSHA standards.
• Maintains mill and surrounding grounds cleanliness.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Front End Loader

Skid Steer

Lift 75 lbs

10 hours/day

Weather tolerance

Team player

Rotating shift

Weekend availability

Safety awareness

Job description

Company Overview

Livestock 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.

Company Overview

Livestock 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 Statement

Our Mission is to add value to the suppliers and end users in the feed ingredient supply chain through distribution, processing and service.

Guiding Principle

Our focus is to provide customized feeding programs, nutritional products, and expert service to livestock producers that promote their long-term success and profitability.

Position Summary

The 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 & Duties

• Safely 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 loader
• Moves 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 material
• Operates with a high level of detail to maintain accurate weights while generating a batch of blended feed
• Maintain clean equipment daily, and preform daily and weekly preventative maintenance on machines
• Ensure company safety practices are followed, along with OSHA standards
• Ensure the mill is kept clean, including the grounds surrounding the mill
• Perform any other related operational processes or tasks deemed necessary by local management

Qualifications And Skills

• Front End Loader and Skid Steer experience required
• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Ability to work and stand for 10hours/day
• Ability to work in varying weather and environmental conditions, including exposure to dust, extreme heat or cold
• Ability to perform general housekeeping duties
• Maintain safe working environment
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work in a team setting
• Ability to work a rotating schedule
• Some weekends required in winter months

Benefits And Perks

All full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package.