Loader Operator — Quarry (Day Shift)

Rogers Group Inc.; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Group life insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Rogers Group, Inc. in Springdale, Arkansas is seeking a Loader Operator for our Quarry. This full-time, day-shift role requires operating a large wheel loader, maintaining plant feed, performing inspections, and ensuring safe, efficient loading of rock and overburden.

The candidate should have at least one year of loader experience and be able to work outdoors in all weather, pass a drug screen, and maintain a valid driver's license. Strong safety focus and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• Have at least one year experience operating a large-size wheel loader – similar to a CAT 988, CAT 992, Komatsu WA500-8, or Komatsu WA600-8.
• Experience operating a variety of heavy equipment – dozer, track hoe, skid steer – preferred.
• General mechanical knowledge.
• Self-starter/ ability to work without close supervision.
• Physical ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift/move up to 50 lbs. as needed along with exposure to dust.
• Previous experience working in mining environment preferred.
• Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime, weekends, or different shifts as production requires.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen at any time.
• Must be able to provide documentation to prove identity and eligibility for authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader to move and load shot rock, crushed stone, or overburden safely and efficiently.
• Maintain consistent feed to the plant/crusher while minimizing downtime and spillage.
• Plant maintenance and cleanup when needed.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections of equipment and report any mechanical issues or needed repairs.
• Assist with maintaining haul roads, loading areas, and stockpiles to ensure safe and efficient traffic flow.
• Communicate effectively with the plant operator, haul truck drivers, and other pit personnel using radios and hand signals.
• Properly follow all company policies OSHA/ MSHA / Environmental regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• May be called upon at the discretion of the supervisor in charge to perform any other duties assigned and/or to assist with other areas as necessary.
• Willingness to cross-train and assist in other areas of the operation as needed.

Skills

Safety focus

Self-starter

Reliable attendance

Physical stamina

Tools

Wheel loader operation (CAT 988/992, Komatsu WA500-8/WA600-8)

Heavy equipment (dozer, track hoe, skid steer)

Job description

Rogers Group, Inc. in Springdale, Arkansas is seeking a Loader Operator for our Quarry. This full-time, day-shift role requires operating a large wheel loader, maintaining plant feed, performing inspections, and ensuring safe, efficient loading of rock and overburden.

The candidate should have at least one year of loader experience and be able to work outdoors in all weather, pass a drug screen, and maintain a valid driver's license. Strong safety focus and reliability are essential.