Loader Operator

Line of Business: RMC About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees. Heidelberg Materials has a current opening for a Loader Operator located at our Sheffield Rd. Plant in Ottawa Ontario. What You'll Be Doing Perform general labour duties in combination with loader operation. Maintain left over concrete and concrete waste at the plant. Safely operate loader and other heavy equipment to support daily ready-mix plant operations and production of concrete blocks. Load and move concrete block materials and manage inventory to maintain operational efficiency. Perform pre-use inspections and promptly report equipment, safety, or maintenance concerns. Monitor material handling practices to help prevent contamination and support quality control standards. Ensure a safe, clean, and organized work area. What Are We Looking For Strong commitment to safety and compliance with workplace policies and procedures. Attention to detail with a focus on quality and contamination prevention. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced plant environment. Effective communication and teamwork skills to support plant operations. Capability to operate heavy equipment and safely lift, climb, and enter/exit equipment in an outdoor setting. Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment background check. Work Environment Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level. Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment background check. What We Offer $31.95 per hour Heidelberg Materials welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations may be available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. In accordance with Ontario legislative requirements, Heidelberg Materials uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to support application screening and other recruitment-related activities.

The Loader Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment to support ready-mix plant operations and the production of concrete blocks. They will also perform general labour duties, manage inventory, and ensure the work area remains clean and organized.

Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The role requires the physical capability to operate heavy machinery and perform tasks in an outdoor setting.

• TeamworkPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Loader operation
• Heavy equipment operation
• Inventory management
• Safety compliance
• Quality control
• Pre-use inspections
• Material handling
• Teamwork
• Communication
• General labour
• Operational Efficiency
• Effective Communication
• Artificial Intelligence
• Inventory Management
• Material Handling
• Operations
• Quality Control
• Detail Oriented

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Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week