Dean Resources Pellet Mill Loader Operator - Day Shift & Swing Shift - Oakland, OR

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Position Title: Loader Operator - Day Shift & Swing Shift

Reports to: Plant Manager                       

Department: Oakland Pellet Mill

 

Hours per shift: 12 hour shifts or more, with three 10-minute breaks, and a 30 minute lunch.

 

Wage:  Level 4

 

Position Purpose: Use a Cat Front End Loader to mix sawdust and shavings and load them onto the dryer infeed chain, Perform moderate to light maintenance of the loader.

The operator must be willing to be cross trained in other positions in the pellet mill.      

Position Functions:

 

Essential Functions

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These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job.
1.

Keeping the mill operating efficiently by feeding a steady supply of sawdust/shavings to the dryer infeed.

2.

Daily fluid level and (preventive) maintenance check of loader.

3.

Perform visual inspection of all incoming loads. 

4.

Safely operate loader in a confined area.

5.

Routinely conduct visual maintenance inspection of front end loader.

6.

Perform (preventive) maintenance per schedule (grease, oil, fuel).  Report any discrepancies to supervisor.

7.

Communicate clearly on radio with crew members.

 

Non-Essential Functions

These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential.
1.

 Dump waste boxes.

2.

 Clean up.

3.

 Keep the machine clean and blow out radiator and engine compartments

4.

Other duties as assigned.

 

Working Environment:  (1) Inside 90%, average temperature 70 degrees F (2) Outside 10%; extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 105 degrees F.  Noise or vibration:   Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts.

Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis.

(3)  Atmospheric conditions:  Fumes: Wood, Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Wood particle, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None

 

Personal Protective Equipment Required:  (1) Eye Protection.

(2) Safety vest (3) Hearing Protection.  (4) Rubber or Leather gloves when working outside of loader.

(5) Approved Footwear.

 

Physical Demands:  See the Physical Capabilities as listed below; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, bilateral use of arms and hands, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 30 lbs.

 

Skills: Must have excellent hand eye coordination.

Use vision/hearing continuously.  Reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, machine specific lockout procedures, monthly safety training, etc.  Worker generally works alone with little supervision.  Operators must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each task.

Ability to prioritize, organize and make necessary decisions.

 

Safety:  (1) Do only maintenance you are tr...