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We're seeking a Loader Operator who's ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that's building North America.

Job Title:

Loader Operator |

Req ID:

18533 |

HR Contact:

Traci

L MCMANUS

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Location:

Hammond

RMX LA ABOUT THE ROLE

Amrize a leading supplier of quality, construction building materials in the United States, is seeking a Loader Operator who will be responsible for keeping the plants fed by moving heavy bulk aggregates from stockpiles into the portable plant's bins among other responsibilities. This position is located in Hammond, LA.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Adapts charging speeds to match the high-volume, continuous demand of a wet-mix central plant versus the intermittent cycles of a dry batch setup.
• Operates heavy equipment with extreme spatial awareness of ground crew and trucks.
• Responsible for daily pre-shift inspections and basic maintenance of the loader.
• Critical to raw material integrity and prevents material cross-contamination by ensuring aggregate sizes aren't mixed in the stockpiles or bins. 
• Manages stockpiles to prevent material segregation.
• Minimizes loader fuel consumption through efficient cycle movements and reducing unnecessary idle time.
• Avoids aggregate degradation and material loss by maintaining clean, well-managed stockpile floors.
• Maintains professional situational awareness around visiting client inspectors or engineers near aggregate stockpiles.
• Completes and signs off on daily pre-shift equipment inspection checklists.
• Collects and signs material delivery tickets from incoming aggregate haulers and hands them directly to Admin Support.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors. 
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Work Experience:

2 years general related to duties and responsibilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude, ability to use hand and power tools
• Knowledge of company processes and procedures
• Detail-oriented with the ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
• Able to prioritize work
• Valid driver's license
  

Additional Requirements:

• Required to travel as part of the core plant crew.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators.

Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary

Retirement Savings:

Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings

• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day Amrize is an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.