Plant Loader/Operator, Speedway (Silver Lake, IN)

The Heritage Group; North Manchester (IN); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

Milestone Contractors in Indiana seeks a Plant Loader Operator to operate a wheel loader and support daily production of concrete and aggregate products at our plant and gravel pit locations.

The role emphasizes safety, routine maintenance, and clear communication with the Plant Manager and crew. Candidates should have 1+ year of related experience and a valid driver's license, with readiness for long outdoor shifts in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years working in concrete and/or aggregate production.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loader to support concrete and aggregate production.
• Monitor and sort incoming aggregates.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety plans.
• Communicate effectively with team and supervisor.
• Read hazard signs and training materials.

Education

High School or Equivalent

Valid driver's license

Job description

Build Your Career at Milestone Contractors! The Plant Loader Operator operates wheel loader for daily operations in concrete plant and/or gravel pit on an as needed basis to manufacture concrete and aggregate products in accordance with cost, quality and quantity specifications.

Essential Functions

• Assists in concrete and aggregate production
• Monitors and sorts incoming aggregates
• Operates wheel loader
• Performs preventive maintenance
• Performs other duties assigned by Plant Manager
• Communicates effectively
• Advises plant operator of problems, potential problems, or schedule difficulties
• Collaborates with co-workers and other employees
• Promotes and maintains safe work environment
• Exhibits safe work behaviors; evaluates work area for hazards; eliminates or controls hazards
• Wears all prescribed PPE
• Maintains excellent housekeeping
• Participates in daily safety huddles and safety training; follows safe work plans
• Reads and understands hazard signs, training materials, work plans, instruction manuals
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

Education Qualifications Required

High School or Equivalent

Qualifications

• 1+ years working in concrete and/or aggregate production

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver's license is required

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Some exposure to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites, including heights, moving vehicles, stopped traffic Outdoor conditions that include inclement weather, precipitation, heat, humidity, dust, asphalt and/or concrete, dirt Indoor office conditions that include regular exposure to office equipment, such as computers, copiers, mail machines, telephones Lifts, pushes, pulls, pours or carries heavy objects, loads of material Walks and stands for long periods of time Bends, stoops, squats, reaches to move materials Climbs in, out and under equipment; lays or stands under equipment Uses abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue; Uses good manual dexterity (hand, hand with arm, two hands) and multi-limb coordination, with the ability to quickly move arms and legs Possess excellent stamina to work between 8-12 hours per day

About Milestone Contractors

Milestone Contractors is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. Milestone Contractors is a fully integrated heavy construction company specializing in highway, bridge, asphalt and concrete paving and site development. Over its 30-year history, Milestone has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality, people and innovation. Milestone Contractors is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.milestonelp.com/

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.