Loader Operator

Owen Sound, ON
$28.29-32.05 per hour
Temporary
Full-time

29 days ago

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Oversee the successful day-to-day operations of the quarry, ensuring alignment with company objectives and efficient use of manpower and equipment.
Collaborate with the Manager to plan, schedule, and coordinate work to maximize operational performance.
Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation and The Miller Group's Health & Safety policies, including required training.
Perform quality control checks to ensure products meet or exceed required specifications.
Maintain production schedules and adjust systems based on material needs.
Represent SOAG professionally when interacting with customers, authorities, and regulatory agencies.
Ensure all equipment is clean, well-maintained, and operating safely and efficiently while helping minimize operating costs.
Oversee pit development to ensure proper truck ingress, staging, and egress for efficient loading.
Monitor all areas of the quarry to ensure extraction and processing activities meet high standards and comply with safety, environmental, and company regulations.
Maintain accurate daily records of aggregate production and sales.
Schedule, conduct, and monitor month-end inventory counts.
Operate scales, the air classifier, and a loader, with a clear understanding of the load-out process.

Qualifications

Minimum five (5) years' experience in all facets of pit entitlement, design and operation
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Precision and accuracy in calculations and documentation
Excellent organizational and people skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills
Hold appropriate licenses and certifications to operate equipment
Mechanically inclined
Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
Able to multi-task and handle multiple priorities easily
Able to work independently as well as in a team environment
Self-starter, goal oriented and able to solve problems innovatively

Compensation DataTargeting $28.29 - 32.05/hrCultureAt Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues - we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together.If you are seeking a workplace that values employees, challenges you to reach new heights, and celebrates your achievements, Miller is the place for you. Build your career with us.The Miller Group does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or any automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during our recruitment and hiring processes. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by qualified personnel (to ensure a fair and human-driven process)Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people. We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being. Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller's core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture.We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.Information at a GlancePlease enable JavaScriptScreen readers cannot read the following searchable map.×Cookie Consent ManagerWhen you visit any website, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer.Required CookiesThese cookies are required to use this website and can't be turned off.Show More DetailsRequired Cookies Provider Description Enabled
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