Mobile Equipment Operator

Arcosa Brand; Newton (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Pharmacy

401(k) Company Match

Life & AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is seeking a Mobile Equipment Operator to operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and track mobiles to move materials between workstations and storage areas at our Newton, IA facility.

You will inspect equipment, follow LEAN procedures, and maintain daily records while supporting safe, efficient loading operations. This role requires English proficiency and a proactive safety mindset, with health and safety requirements in place.

Qualifications

• Valid certificates or licenses for operation of equipment.
• At least one year of experience operating equipment.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Commitment to LEAN principles and conduct.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of mobile equipment to complete required tasks.
• Maintain safety and follow procedures for loading operations.
• Inspect equipment at shift start and any start-up, recording data as required.
• Monitor equipment to minimize downtime and schedule repairs as needed.
• Estimate hour requirements from daily loading schedules and adjust procedures.
• Keep work areas clean and organized and report any issues.

Skills

Equipment operation

English literacy

LEAN principles

Time management

Ethical conduct

Tools

Forklifts

Overhead cranes

Track mobile

Warehousing vehicles

Job description

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.

Arcosa Wind Towers is looking for a Mobile Equipment Operator. As a Mobile Equipment Operator, you will operate mobile equipment such as lift trucks, overhead cranes, track mobiles/switch engines, and/or yard vehicles to move materials and products between workstations and/or receiving and storage locations.

Location:

Newton, IA

What you’ll do:

• Maintain attendance within acceptable standards
• Operate a variety of mobile equipment to complete required tasks
• Ensure loading teams operate in compliance with all safety procedures associated with job tasks.
• Ensure all required equipment is inspected at the start of shift, and at each start-up that occurs during the shift.
• Record all required data in a complete and accurate manner on daily inspection forms.
• Complete Equipment Condition Report and report any necessary repairs to supervisor and/or management.
• Continuously monitor equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize downtime; perform basic troubleshooting, if necessary, and schedule more complicated mechanical issues with qualified Arcosa vendors to ensure equipment is repaired in the most efficient manner possible.
• Review daily loading schedules to accurately estimate hour requirements for completion of job assignments; establish work procedures to meet loading schedules.
• Recommend measures to improve processes, equipment performance, and quality.
• Suggest changes for equipment use, workspace, and other enhancements to increase facility, equipment, and work crew efficiency.
• Ensure that shop and outside area is clean, equipment and tools are stored at the completion of each shift.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What you’ll need:

• To be a good steward of company resources and displays a sense of urgency in completion of assigned duties and tasks
• Valid certificate(s) of training and applicable licenses for operation of equipment, as required.
• One year of prior related experience in equipment operation.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to implement and follow through with the LEAN operating principles and processes.
• Handle all business matters ethically and in full compliance with company "Code of Conduct".
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Working Conditions:

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities:

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

As an important member of the team, you will be responsiblefor:

• Activating the potential of our people,
• Caring for our customers,
• Optimizing operations and
• Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Safety Sensitive:

Yes

• Health & Pharmacy
• Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) W/Company Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program

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