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

Milestone-3; Silver Lake (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Milestone Contractors in Indiana is seeking a Plant Loader Operator to assist in concrete and aggregate production. You will operate a wheel loader, monitor incoming materials, and support daily plant operations.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, 1+ year experience in concrete or aggregates, and a valid driver’s license. You will follow safety procedures, wear PPE, and cooperate with teammates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year experience in concrete/aggregate production preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in concrete and aggregate production.
• Monitor and sort incoming aggregates.
• Operate wheel loader.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and wear prescribed PPE.
• Communicate issues, hazards, or delays to plant management.
• Maintain good housekeeping and participate in safety trainings.

Skills

Safety awareness

Effective communication

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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 tomanufacture concrete and aggregate products in accordance with cost, quality and quantity specifications.Essential FunctionsAssists in concrete and aggregate productionMonitors and sorts incoming aggregatesOperates wheel loaderPerforms preventive maintenancePerforms other duties assigned by Plant ManagerCommunicates effectivelyAdvises plant operator of problems, potential problems, or schedule difficultiesCollaborates with co-workers and other employeesPromotes and maintains safe work environmentExhibits safe work behaviors; evaluates work area for hazards; eliminates or controls hazardsWears all prescribed PPEMaintains excellent housekeepingParticipates in daily safety huddles and safety training; follows safe work plansReads and understands hazard signs, training materials, work plans, instruction manualsAdditional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.Education QualificationsRequired High School or EquivalentExperience Qualifications1+ years working in concrete and/or aggregate productionLicenses and CertificationsValid drivers license is requiredWorking Conditions/Physical DemandsSome exposure to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites, including heights, moving vehicles, stopped trafficOutdoor conditions that include inclement weather, precipitation, heat, humidity, dust, asphalt and/or concrete, dirtIndoor office conditions that include regular exposure to office equipment, such as computers, copiers, mail machines, telephonesLifts, pushes, pulls, pours or carries heavy objects, loads of materialWalks and stands for long periods of timeBends, stoops, squats, reaches to move materialsClimbs in, out and under equipment; lays or stands under equipmentUses 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 legsPossess excellent stamina to work between 8-12 hours per dayAbout Milestone ContractorsMilestone 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.#MilestoneContractorsLP