Equipment Operator - Apex

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? In this position you will primarily be responsible for supporting production in maintaining all stock piles, by feeding material into hoppers, ensuring the proper loading and unloading of Raw Materials and Ores. This position will be responsible for adhering to all Good Manufacturing Policies and the Food Safety Program. This position will support in other areas in the plant directly reporting into the Quality and Customer Service Coordinator Follows all company and OSHA safety policies, procedures, and programs; is responsible for individual safety and the safety of others • Adheres to all Food Safety Programs and Regulations to meet requirements for Food Grade Certifications producing safe, high quality products • Equipment inspection to be performed daily and properly logged before operation o Troubleshoot and repair minor equipment issue when possible o Any safety or mechanical issues to be reported to supervisor immediately • Ensure all equipment is properly fueled and DEF has been added as needed • Maintain proper control of equipment while operating Front End Loader, Skid Steer and/or Water Truck • Seeks to operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner • Observe and report any potential site or plant problems or security concerns, i.e.. Maintaining clear view of the fence line and perimeter security • Ensures accurate inventory management, timely delivery of materials, and proper placement of ore deliveries to prevent cross contamination of materials • Be alert to site hazards involved with feeding from the load face of material Stock Piles • Judge distances and slopes accurately • Seeks to produce material that will provide the most consistent, highest quality end products, under the direction of the Quality and Customer Service Coordinator and Plant Manager • Ensuring proper quality of delivered ore and creating mixed piles as required to meet Product Specifications Communicate with production team to coordinate material flow and ensure timely delivery • Performs earthmoving and support duties in a production environment • Properly maintain Stock Piles, Grounds, and Yard surfaces • Use equipment to push out Rock dumps, and back drag all truck pathways to make onsite roads are smooth. • Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of scale equipment • Operate scale equipment to accurately weigh and measure materials, moving trucks through in a timely manner • Record and document weights and measurements in accordance with company procedures • Professionally work with Ore Delivery and Pneumatic Bulk truck Drivers on a day-to-day basis as the primary onsite contact • Maintain a clean and organized work area including all equipment • Operate Water Truck on a regular basis to maintain dust control in accordance to Air Quality Minor Source Permit • Ensure BOLs for Cement Loads are brought to Shipping for processing Additional Responsibilities may include: • Assist in Product Development and Continuous Improvement projects for the plant • Unloads and loads finished products and raw materials from trucks throughout shift • Assists for cycle counts of raw and finished goods on a monthly and Annual basis • Responsible to confirm truck weight is within legal weight limits and make adjustments if needed. • Assists shipping and receiving by checking in and out trucks in the system (SAP) as necessary. • Assist in maintaining all common areas (Janitorial Duties) • Flexible in taking lunch and breaks when workflow requires. INTERNAL CONTROLS Internal Controls Responsibility: Internal controls are a vital part of duties and responsibilities of this job. As part of this position, the person in this role is required to read the procedures and sign off that they read and understand the duties/responsibilities. IS THIS JOB FOR YOU? High School/GED diploma  Previous experience …

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