Grader, Bulldozer, and Scraper Operator jobs in Killeen, TX

Lhoist is seeking an individual with mechanical knowledge of equipment and process needed to troubleshoot and make quick educated decisions for the well-being of the plant and production.

RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS :

• Familiar with equipment capacity and load capabilities of dryer related material handling equipment on stone, dust, milling, and material handling systems.
• Responsible for continuously monitoring equipment and flow of material into the plant dryer. Responsible for the monitoring of operations of the plant Ball Mills and Roller Mill.
• Assist in resolving production issues, troubleshooting, and adapt to changing conditions.
• Perform miscellaneous duties such as removal of blockages, choked screws, elevators and conveyors.
• Check in / out and load customer trucks for outbound delivery.
• Perform light maintenance functions on process equipment as needed.
• Perform all pre-shift inspections, run testing on all plant samples and truck samples.
• Silo inventory measurements.
• Ensure that different product types are distributed into the appropriate bins. Maintenance
• Clean bins, conveyers, spills, and help clean out material from under conveyers and catwalks, and other cleaning duties as needed.
• Perform pre-start maintenance on dryer, plant processes and mills.

ATTRIBUTES :

• Industrial background with good troubleshooting skills.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is desired.
• Knowledgeable of current environmental regulations and practices as they relate to the minerals industry.
• Must be able perform basic mathematical computations.
• Self-Motivated and must be able to work independently.
• Good decision-making skills regarding safety.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as work orders, safety rules, standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO :

• Tolerate working outside in severe weather conditions as well as exposure to industrial high temperature, limestone, noise and dust.
• Access all areas within a site which could include heights of 120 feet, confined spaces, climbing ladders or stairs, and accessing tunnels.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Work shift work, seven days a week including holidays and be flexible to schedule changes.
• Have a telephone and be open to overtime and call-outs.

REQUIRED EDUCATION :

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE :

3-6 Months production experience in an industrial background preferred.

SQF) Safe Quality Feed

• All personnel will be responsible for the facilities’ Safe Food initiative based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
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