Yard Loader Operator

H&K Group • Peach Bottom Township, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Penn/MD Quarry, a division of the H&K Group, Inc. is seeking a Yard Loader Operator! The Yard Loader Operator preforms the yard activities of loading, unloading, storing, transferring, distributing, and inventorying stone products and materials in the yard of the industrial plant.
H&K Group, Inc.’s Penn/MD Quarry has been proudly producing a complete line of high-quality construction aggregate products since 1989. Located in Peach Bottom, PA, Penn/MD Quarry serves customers throughout lower Lancaster County, PA, and the adjoining MD/DE region.
The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for 50 years.
Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
100% Company-paid Health Benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and work environment for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR one month of related experience and/or training
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Write simple correspondence
• Effectively present information in a on-on-one or small group situation to customers, clients, and other employees.
• Ability to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Problem solving
• Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
• Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Nice To Haves

• 3 months+ related experience
• Experience operating heavy equipment
• Strong preference for Loader operation experience
• Experience working in a quarry, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial setting
• MSHA or other relevant safety certification

Responsibilities

• Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies
• Stages and organizes materials in the yard.
• Keeps and updates inventory of materials and final products.
• Inspects incoming materials and verifies invoices.
• Inspects machines and equipment used during the workday.
• Performs pre- and post-trip of equipment every day and fills out daily inspection sheets.
• Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating and cleaning
• Keeps stockpiles properly bermed and maintained
• Ensures product is blended correctly
• Maintains haul roads that are smooth and safe
• Maintains time and production records.
• Cross trained in all areas of production including stacking, saw operations, guillotine operations and forklift operations.
• Cross trained to assist with administrative duties when necessary.
• Provides excellent customer service to all customers on site when needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• 100% Company-paid Health Benefits
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
• Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED