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Oil-Dri Corporation of America · 1 day ago

Hauling, Mining Equipment Operator - 6 AM - 6 PM

Ochlocknee, GA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$25.21/hr - $25.21/hr

Oil-Dri Corporation of America is seeking a Mining Equipment Operator who will utilize a variety of heavy equipment to mine and transport clay. The operator will be responsible for safely operating heavy machinery, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

ManufacturingMining

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment such as those listed above in a safe manner

Records quantity of material mined as well as the hours of operation of the equipment

Lubricates and provides routine maintenance of equipment

Keeps areas clean and free of clutter

Follows all safety rules and regulations

Performs other duties as assigned

Mine raw material at Mine, utilizing a variety of heavy equipment

Count and record amount of raw material removed from mine and transported to various locations

Ability to service and operate mine equipment (i.e., haul trucks, backhoe, excavator, tractor, bulldozer and road grader)

Services forklifts, line truck and heavy duty equipment

Tracks and files Daily inspection forms

Must be able to work independently with limited supervision

Must act in accordance with WE CARE

Participates in improvement activities

Other actions as needed to satisfy company goals, process, and procedures and to uphold values inherent to Oil-Dri

May require valid commercial driver’s license

Evidence of ability to operate heavy equipment safely

Ability to read mining maps as necessary

Qualification

Heavy equipment operationMaintenance skillsReading mining mapsDetail-oriented workPhysical enduranceCommunication skills

Required

Operates heavy equipment such as those listed above in a safe manner

Records quantity of material mined as well as the hours of operation of the equipment

Lubricates and provides routine maintenance of equipment

Keeps areas clean and free of clutter

Follows all safety rules and regulations

Performs other duties as assigned

Mine raw material at Mine, utilizing a variety of heavy equipment

Count and record amount of raw material removed from mine and transported to various locations

Ability to service and operate mine equipment (i.e., haul trucks, backhoe, excavator, tractor, bulldozer and road grader)

Services forklifts, line truck and heavy duty equipment

Tracks and files Daily inspection forms

Must be able to work independently with limited supervision

Must act in accordance with WE CARE

Participates in improvement activities

Other actions as needed to satisfy company goals, process, and procedures and to uphold values inherent to Oil-Dri

May require valid commercial driver's license

Evidence of ability to operate heavy equipment safely

Ability to read mining maps as necessary

Must meet Oil-Dri assessment requirements

Must be able to read, comprehend, and act on product specifications, SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures), PWI (Process Work Instructions), AIQ processes, and similar documents

Receive training, and operate equipment associated with the mine, (i.e., dozers, excavators, water wagon, ore haul trucks, scraper, grader)

Work with Plant Maintenance personnel to learn maintenance skills

Previous experience with heavy duty equipment operation

Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work

Maintenance background helpful

Ability to work in safe manner

Good communication skills

Physical endurance to withstand operation of geared equipment and to withstand heavy physical labor required

Ability to walk and work on uneven, rocky or sloped terrain

Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and inclines while carrying tools

Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently

Must be able to hear radio communications

Must be able to function in the required role while wearing appropriate PPE including, but not limited to: Safety glasses, hearing protection, dust mask, protective coveralls, and other as may be required by a hot/cold, dusty, loud industrial environment

Must meet all physical requirements of the position

Preferred

Valid Commercial Driver's License Desired

Company

Oil-Dri Corporation of America

At Oil-Dri, we continue to lead the market in the manufacturing of high-quality, sorbent products for consumer and business-to-business markets.

Founded in 1941

Chicago, Illinois, USA

501-1000 employees

http://oildri.com

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