Heavy Equipment Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 9, 2026. Darling Ingredients scores A on the Alion truth index.
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for ensuring a steady flow of material for processing. Employee will receive training to be able to safely operate a Front End Loader and learn how to use this piece of equipment to mix raw materials, unload and load product to meet production goals.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Operates yard and plant equipment to load materials. Maintains raw material mixture.
Maintains contact with operator to ensure most efficient mix rate.
Performs daily maintenance on loader before each shift.
Washes plant equipment, vehicles, and processing areas as necessary using high pressure power washer.
Performs general cleaning as needed in work areas.
Keeps area clean; raw materials piled out of driving area.
Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Experience in loader operation.
- Demonstrated solid work history required.
- Must have flexibility to be able to work weekends, holidays or to cover other shifts as business needs arise.
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic math skills; ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
- Good oral and written skills; able to follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to work nights and/or weekends as needed.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
- Frequently exposed to high noise levels, strong odors, varying temperatures, and biohazardous conditions.
- Requires prolonged sitting and movement throughout office/work locations, as well as occasional use of computers and office equipment.
- Must frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb or balance.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and identify potential workplace hazards.
- Requires the ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100lbs.