Loader Operator

SUMMARY: To operate the Loader and perform production tasks and assignments, that enables the manufacturing of products and/or services for customers. Basic press operation skills are required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons:

• Perform assignments in accordance with established safety policies and procedures.
• Adheres to the Quality Policy, including all items assigned to this position in accordance with safety policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Completes with the code of conduct and standards set forth in the Employee Handbook.
• Displays appropriate work ethics in the workplace and group setting which provides a positive influence on co-workers.
• Assures that all work assigned to the position is performed in accordance with specifications, instructions, and requirements.
• Refers to work order or procedural instructions appropriate for each job, function, or assignment before commencing work.
• Demonstrates ability to meet production standards on specific assignments within a reasonable time, depending on the degree of difficulty of the job functions.
• Assure us that all products are processed to the highest standard of quality.
• Maintains good housekeeping and clean working areas in assigned work sites.
• Works with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Wears require Personal Protective Equipment.
• The loader operates the loader.
• Effectively evaluates raw materials inputs.
• Adjust raw material as needed to achieve high product quality standards.
• Closely monitors raw material weights for each batch to ensure high product efficiency.
• Verifies product batch requirements before starting production.
• Able to properly start up and shut down batch equipment.
• Ability to effectively solve equipment breakdowns.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment and evaluates equipment wear.
• Supports optimal press productivity output through efficient raw material feeding.
• Receives truck shipments of raw materials and ensures materials are stored properly.
• Organizes raw material inventory.
• Loads of feed trucks.
• Supports die and roll changes, dryer cleaning, and hammer operations.
• Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values always by holding self-accountable for applying our G.R.E.A.T. principles daily and personally living them when working with customers, employees, colleagues, suppliers, and others.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.