Mobile Equipment Operator

Job Description

Arcosa Wind Towers, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of structural wind towers in North America. We focus on excellence, offering premier value to our customers.

Arcosa Wind Towers is looking for a Mobile Equipment Operator. As a Mobile Equipment Operator, you will operate mobile equipment such as lift trucks, overhead cranes, track mobiles/switch engines, and/or yard vehicles to move materials and products between workstations and/or receiving and storage locations.

Location: Newton, IA

What you’ll do

• Maintain attendance within acceptable standards
• Operate a variety of mobile equipment to complete required tasks
• Ensure loading teams operate in compliance with all safety procedures associated with job tasks.
• Ensure all required equipment is inspected at the start of shift, and at each start-up that occurs during the shift.
• Record all required data in a complete and accurate manner on daily inspection forms.
• Complete Equipment Condition Report and report any necessary repairs to supervisor and/or management.
• Continuously monitor equipment to ensure it is always operationally ready to minimize downtime; perform basic troubleshooting, if necessary, and schedule more complicated mechanical issues with qualified Arcosa vendors to ensure equipment is repaired in the most efficient manner possible.
• Review daily loading schedules to accurately estimate hour requirements for completion of job assignments; establish work procedures to meet loading schedules.
• Recommend measures to improve processes, equipment performance, and quality.
• Suggest changes for equipment use, workspace, and other enhancements to increase facility, equipment, and work crew efficiency.
• Ensure that shop and outside area is clean, equipment and tools are stored at the completion of each shift.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What you’ll need

• To be a good steward of company resources and displays a sense of urgency in completion of assigned duties and tasks
• Valid certificate(s) of training and applicable licenses for operation of equipment, as required.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred
• One year of prior related experience in equipment operation.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to implement and follow through with the LEAN operating principles and processes.
• Handle all business matters ethically and in full compliance with company "Code of Conduct".
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Working Conditions

• Work environment includes plant, warehouse, production and non-production areas and plant grounds.
• This position may require work/maintenance coverage beyond the normal hours, shift, and on weekends/holidays
• Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant

Safety Activities

• Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
• Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

As an important member of the team, you will be responsible for:

• Activating the potential of our people,
• Caring for our customers,
• Optimizing operations and
• Integrating sustainability into our daily practices as well as our long-term strategy and promote a results-driven culture that is aligned with long term value creation.

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Benefits

• Health & Pharmacy
• Dental & Vision
• Critical Illness
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) W/Company Match
• Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program