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H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)Great Benefits offered!2nd Shift Loader OperatorUS-PA-DouglassvilleJob ID: Category: QuarryDouglassville QuarryOverview Douglassville Quarry, a division of the H&K Group, Inc., is seeking an experienced Loader Operator for second shift to provide smooth operation of plant equipment and the ability to load triaxles. The ideal candidate is motivated, experienced, and carries out work safely. Experience highly preferred. 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 Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies Know and follow company start and stop procedures Performs daily greasing and oil checks on crushers and screens Keeps walkways clear of any debris and reports spillage issues to superintendent Performs daily guarding inspections and plant checks and reports any maintenance issues to superintendent Inspects screen media to ensure proper condition for maximum production Keeps operating booth clean and free from any inappropriate materials Carries out duties and work procedures to meet production schedules Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of quarry operations and work crew When needed/required assists workers in solving production problems Fills out necessary paperwork daily Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Skills, Education, and Experience 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 Problem solving Able and willing to work a second shift schedule Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job) Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience 12 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 Physical Demands Regularly required to Sit Use hands to finger, handle, or feel Reach with hands and arms Frequently required to talk or hear Occasionally required to Stand, walk, climb, or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds Specific vision abilities include distance, peripheral, and depth perception Work Environment Regularly exposed to Outside weather conditions Vibration Frequently exposed to Fumes and airborne particles Moving parts Noise level is usually loud With an extensive mining history dating to the 1930's, H&K Group, Inc.'s (H&K's) Douglassville Quarry (formerly Pottstown Trap Rock - Douglassville Quarry) defines construction aggregate. Originally acquired by H&K in 1995, Douglassville Quarry continues to supply the southern Berks, Montgomery and Chester County, PA region with exceptional quality construction aggregate products and materials delivery. Our Douglassville Quarry operation also features rail access for bulk material supply and/or delivery. 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 a