Loader Operator

Pratt Industries; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Insurance benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a loader/operator to operate front-end loader equipment, feeding conveyors and moving bulk materials. You will start, shift, and control the loader, perform routine maintenance, and ensure safe handling of materials at our Rock Hill facility.

Ideal candidates have basic experience operating heavy machinery, a strong safety attitude, and the willingness to work nights or weekends as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; education may be substituted with experience.
• Six months of experience operating machinery.
• Safety awareness and safety discipline.
• Willing to travel and work nights/weekends when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate loader equipment per O&M manual.
• Check material quality for incoming/outgoing.
• Move material to storage area safely.
• Load material onto lines and trailers; keep area neat.
• Perform daily checks of oil and fluids; maintain equipment.
• Follow safety guidelines and company policies.

Skills

Safety awareness

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Willing to travel

Night shifts

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pratt Perks

• Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
• 3 Months: 401(k) with match
• 12 months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing/parenting leave

Position Summary

Operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle 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, drives vehicle to work site, and moves levers to dump material. Performs routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.

Essential Functions/Position Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in accordance with O&M manual
• Check material (incoming and outgoing) for quality and conformity
• Take material to designated storage area safely
• Load material onto lines and trailers safelyKeep material stacked neatly and safely
• Must keep up with general housekeeping
• Check oil and fluids daily
• Perform inspections on equipment daily
• Follow all company policies per Employee Handbook & Code of Conduct.
• Follow all company safety guidelines.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

none

Hiring Requirements/Preferences

• High school education or equivalent (additional experience may be substituted for education)
• Minimum of six (6) months experience operating machineryProfessional Attitude & conduct
• Multi-task, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and time management skills are needed.
• High degree of safety awareness and safety discipline
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
• Willing to travel and work away from home when and if required.
• Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and the policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by PRATT Safety and OSHA.
• Be at least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment.
• You will be expected to be flexible to the needs of our business, as we continually strive to meet and exceed the needs of our customers.
• Please be aware that you must successfully complete a drug screen and background check in order to be hired into the Pratt Industries.