Loader Operator - Mining Plant | Safety, Growth & 401(k)

Lhoist North America; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Employer Match

Educational assistance

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Lhoist North America is hiring a Plant Loader Operator to load the dryer hopper safely with crushed stone using a front end loader. You will maintain equipment, manage fuel and grease, and ensure a clean, safe work area in a mining environment.

You will participate in safety meetings, inspections, and SQF/compliance programs while supporting production and quality standards at the site in Ocala, Florida.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of heavy equipment and/or mining experience preferred.
• Technical training or AA degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Load the dryer hopper safely and efficiently with crushed stone using a rubber tire front end loader.
• Maintain housekeeping in loader and plant areas and monitor for build-up.
• Transport crushed stone from storage shed to dryer hopper and manage fuel/grease levels.
• Complete pre-shift inspections and report safety or equipment defects.
• Adhere to SQF, safety policies, and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Mobile Equipment Knowledge

Teamwork

Self-starter

Reading & Math

Safety Orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical training or AA degree

Job description

Lhoist North America is hiring a Plant Loader Operator to load the dryer hopper safely with crushed stone using a front end loader. You will maintain equipment, manage fuel and grease, and ensure a clean, safe work area in a mining environment.

You will participate in safety meetings, inspections, and SQF/compliance programs while supporting production and quality standards at the site in Ocala, Florida.