Yard Loader Operator

Chalfont Quarry; Chalfont (PA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company-Paid Health Benefits!

Job summary

Chalfont Quarry is seeking a Yard Loader Operator to manage yard activities such as loading, unloading, storing, transferring, and inventory control of stone products on site. The role emphasizes safe operation and efficiency in a busy industrial yard.

The ideal candidate has experience with loader equipment, strong communication, and the ability to work a second shift. H&K Group, Inc. supports health benefits and training opportunities as part of its team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Problem solving capability.
• Willingness to work a second shift schedule.
• Ability to meet PPE requirements.
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting).

Responsibilities

• Stages and organizes materials in the yard.
• Keeps and updates inventory of materials and final products.
• Inspects incoming materials and verifies invoices.
• Inspects machines and equipment used during the workday.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of equipment daily.
• Cross trained in production areas, including stacking, saw operations, guillotine operations and forklift operations.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Follow detailed instructions

Problem solving

Second shift readiness

PPE usage

Physical capability (lift 25 lbs)

Education

High school diploma or GED

MSHA or safety certification

Tools

Loader operation experience

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Overview

Chalfont Quarry, a partner of the H&K Group, Inc. is seeking a Yard Loader Operator. The Yard Loader Operator preforms the yard activities of loading, unloading, storing, transferring, distributing, and inventorying stone products and materials in the yard of the industrial plant. The ideal candidate is motivated, experienced, and carries out work safely.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
• Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Stages and organizes materials in the yard.
• Keeps and updates inventory of materials and final products.
• Inspects incoming materials and verifies invoices.
• Inspects machines and equipment used during the workday.
• Performs pre- and post-trip of equipment every day and fills out daily inspection sheets.
• Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating and cleaning
• Keeps stockpiles properly bermed and maintained
• Ensures product is blended correctly
• Maintains haul roads that are smooth and safe
• Maintains time and production records.
• Cross trained in all areas of production including stacking, saw operations, guillotine operations and forklift operations.
• Cross trained to assist with administrative duties when necessary.
• Provides excellent customer service to all customers on site when needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR one month of related experience and/or training
  • Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Problem solving
• Willing and able to work a second shift schedule
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• 3 months+ related experience
• Experience operating heavy equipment
  • Strong preference for Loader operation experience
• Experience working in a quarry, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial setting
• MSHA or other relevant safety certification

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to:
  • Sit
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
  • Reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to:
  • Stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision requirements include:
  • Distance
  • Peripheral
  • Depth perception

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to:
  • Outside weather conditions
  • Moving mechanical parts
  • Fumes or airborne particles
• Noise level is usually loud

The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

Final determination on pay will be made by company leadership consistent with the scope of work and considering the candidates’ education, experience, skills, past performance, demonstrated leadership, and influence.

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

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100% Company-Paid Health Benefits!