LOADER OPERATOR/MATERIAL HANDLER

LOADER OPERATOR/MATERIAL HANDLER

JOB SUMMARY:

The loader operator/material handler will receive, transfer, and load all incoming and outgoing materials. (EAF dust, in-process materials- Pellets/Anthracite, Waelz Iron Product and Waelz Zinc Oxide) to support the overall production process.  

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must perform all duties and activities in a manner that is aligned with our company values:  Integrity, Humility, Innovation, Open to Change, Collaboration, Excellence and Customer Focus.
• Have general working knowledge of all plant equipment (conveyors, baghouses, dryers, Kiln, Pelletizer, etc.).
• Assist with monitoring and maintaining the plant processes/equipment in a safe & environmentally sound manner meeting quality, production, and recovery goals.
• Will operate mobile equipment including front-end loaders, forklifts, telehandlers, scissor lifts, vacuum sweepers, golf carts etc.
• Must be able to take and follow direction.
• Communicate well with others.
• Collect and record various data throughout the facility.
• Sweeps, Cleans, organizes, stocks, and otherwise maintains areas, parts, tools, and supplies utilizing Lean/5S methods.
• Perform preventive maintenance and assist with general maintenance when the process is down.
• Perform inspection sheets.
• Clean or wash the units as needed (assigned by the Supervisor).
• Inspect and grease all the lubrication points, and report any anomalies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SILLS/ABILITIES:

• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must be able to communicate well (written, verbal and otherwise).
• Knowledge of all company safety, health, environmental and production policies, and procedures.
• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must gain HAZWOPER Training Certification.
• Must be qualified to wear a respirator.
• Must obtain and maintain in-house mobile equipment licensing.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting, operating equipment, standing and walking.
• Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
• Through visual and auditory senses, must be able to monitor proper operation of machinery and equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs/ladders on a regular basis.
• Ability to work in all outdoor weather conditions.
• Must be able to work wearing appropriate safety PPE including respirators.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

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