Loader Operator- FARMINGTON MAINE

Kennebec Lumber Company; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Kennebec Lumber Company is seeking a Loader Operator to join our yard and mill support team. You will load/unload trucks, service the mill, and keep the yard organized while maintaining inventory control and customer service excellence.

Working as part of the yard crew, you’ll follow Plant Manager standards, perform routine maintenance, assist with snow removal, and communicate effectively with fellow staff and vendors to ensure safe, efficient operations year-round.

Qualifications

• Experience operating loaders and yard equipment preferred.
• Ability to perform maintenance and daily inspections.
• Excellent customer service to customers and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication with yard staff to ensure smooth yard operation.
• Keep workspace clean and organized.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks.
• Sort and organize wood in the yard.
• Accurate documentation of all loads.
• Fuel equipment at end of shift.
• Participate in snow removal as directed.
• Perform other mill and yard duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Inventory control

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Loader vehicle

Job description

The Loader Operator shall adopt the culture, standards, values and working environment as outlined by the Plant Manager. The Loader Operator is responsible for accurately and efficiently loading and unloading trucks, servicing the mill, performing maintenance and cleaning tasks and assisting in the organization of the yard in accordance with the Kennebec Lumber Co. standards. The Loader Operator will keep accurate inventory control, providing excellent customer service to all customers and vendors while maintaining a high level of professionalism in person and on the radio.

Responsibilities

• Maintain solid ongoing communication with other yard staff and loader operators to facilitate smooth operation of yard activities
• Keep Workspace Organized and clean – inclusive of equipment cabs
• Obtain any supplies through proper channels
• Demonstrate exemplary customer service to customers, vendors, and all site visitors at all times
• Service the mill as needed
• Assist with loading/unloading all trucks – incoming and outgoing.
• Sort and organize wood in the yard
• Maintain Grounds, organization and accuracy
• Accurate documentation of all loads
• Fueling equipment at end of every shift
• Daily Inspection Sheet completion
• Greasing machines and Preventative Maintenance items and documentation
• Maintain effective communication regarding inventory, stain, and other yard related issues with Plant Manager or other effected employees.
• Participate in the snow removal process as directed
• Perform other mill and yard duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Light to Moderate wrist / hand repetitions.
• Stand / Walk/ Sit for long periods of time as needed
• No allergies to sawdust, particles in the air (respiratory concerns)
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (below 0 degrees temps to over 90-degree temps).
• Ability to lift from 1-75 pounds from floor level to five feet level frequently
• Continuous step climbing in and out of a vehicle while pulling own body weight while climbing upward to get into the log loader vehicle.
• Continuous reaching and pulling at least half of the weight of their body
• Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without any trouble.

Safety Requirements

• Steel or Safety Toe footwear is required in all areas
• Gloves required at all times when handling material in designated areas
• Hearing Protection required
• Eye Protection required
• Report all near misses and unsafe acts to Plant Manager
• Pedestrian awareness at all times
  • Florescent vests and hard hats are required for all outside activity (Exception, pedestrian travel from one building to another)
  • Never walk through any overhead door that is controlled remotely (Always use access door next to overhead).

Other Requirements

• Participate in the department housekeeping program
• Good organizational / time management skills.