Purpose of the Role
The Loader Operator is responsible for safely operating loaders and related equipment to ensure timely delivery of materials to the production floor and the efficient movement of finished goods to designated storage or staging area
Location: Ponoka, AB
Shift Hours: Weekend shift Friday to Sunday 6:30am to 6:30pm
Key Accountabilities:
- Operate loading equipment in a safe manner at all times.
- Complete a daily safety assessment form, inspecting the work environment and equipment to identify and address any hazards prior to operation.
- Ensure all equipment is inspected prior to operation and report and defects to manager and maintenance right away.
- Stage finished goods accurately by matching part ID numbers and ensuring materials are correctly positioned for loading or transport.
- Select finished goods from inventory based on part numbers, ensuring accuracy in quantity and part identification in alignment with packing slip instructions.
- Record pile and/or cap identification numbers accurately for traceability.
- Conduct daily inventory cycle counts as assigned.
- Maintain an organized and clean storage yard by placing materials in designated locations.
- Perform general housekeeping duties and assist with yard upkeep, including snow clearing, to ensure a safe and organized worksite.
- Maintain, clean, and lubricate equipment and refill fuel tanks as needed, and secure special attachments as needed.
- Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and other departments to support smooth operations and material flow
Qualifications & Experiance
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1–2 years of experience operating loaders or similar heavy equipment in an industrial, construction, or manufacturing environment
- Experience working with inventory systems
- Basic mechanical aptitude for performing pre-operational inspections and minor servicing
Work Environment:
- Outdoor based with time spent in manufacturing shop
- Exposure to loud noises
- Exposure to extreme temperatures
- Physical elements include bending, twisting, crouching, kneeling, standing for long periods of time, lifting weights up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally
- Fast paced with tight deadlines
- Shift work
- Overtime is required to meet operational needs.
- Work schedule may vary
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times
Almita Piling Inc. seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and encourages applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, women, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available, on request, for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process including but not limited to a person with a disability.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you comfortable working Friday to Sunday 6:30am to 6:30 pm?
Experience:
- Heavy equipment operation: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
