Wheel Loader Operator - Level 1

Job Purpose

The Wheel Loader Operator shall operate the functions of transferring pipe material throughout the stages of operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain transfer and production operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
• Instruct Yard Attendant regarding transfers and housekeeping operations.
• Verify all loading and unloading of material.
• Assist Inventory department for verification of counts and material.
• Route trucks to loading and unloading destinations within the yard.
• Complete loading and unloading documentation when required.
• Racking of material in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
• Communicating to Supervisor or Yard Lead any problems with material, racks, or trucks.
• Assist at processing inbound and outbound racks when needed.
• Employee must follow all PPE policies and safety rules.
• Employee must report to the Yard Lead for briefing on daily tasks.
• Employee must maintain good housekeeping in the yard and their equipment.
• Lift and transfer material in a safe manner as per safety regulations and instruction.
• Document, verify and record transfers via ERP Software System and/or hard copies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Competencies

• Education:

1. A High School diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

• Years of Experience:

1. Preferred 1-year minimum Forklift / Wheel Loader operation handling pipe.

• Job Knowledge:

1. Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
2. Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and hand held technical devices.

• Personal Competencies:

1. Employee must be able to work with a flexible or rotating schedule which may require over-time when needed.
2. Employee must be able to respond to call outs when required.

• Safety:

1. Understands all applicable location safety rules and regulations and makes sure that all are being followed.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. 
• Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted on site.
• The ability to lift 25/50 pounds regularly
• The ability to respond quickly to sounds
• The ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
• The ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 40 pounds
• The ability to work in loud, hot environments/extreme weather while wearing required PPE.
• Ability to see 20-20 when corrected.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors.