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Heavy Equipment Operator

Specialty Granules
life insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, California, Ione
1900 California 104 (Show on map)
Jul 25, 2025
Company Introduction:

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Summary:

Shift: 11:00pm - 7:00am -Flexible to work weekends and OT
Pay rate: $35.73 -Shift differential applies.

Specialty Granules LLC is now hiring a Production Associate (Laborer) at Ione, CA Plant. If you are seeking a rock solid job opportunity with cross training opportunities, room for advancement, and a safe, team oriented atmosphere, please apply online.

We offer competitive pay and overtime. 12-paid holidays, paid vacation, and sick time off. We offer a generous benefits package where benefits are effective on day one! You are able to select from five medical, dental, & vision plans. A great 401k match, paid life insurance and AD&D, education reimbursement, and a wellness credit program!

All PPE is provided by SGI and offers reimbursement for your safety boots and prescribed safety glasses.

Essential Function:
Operates heavy equipment to transfer material in all areas except loading pit shot rock using a front-end loader.

Core Competencies:

Able to read and write legibly
Demonstrated competency operating heavy equipment

Job Responsibilities:

  • Performs inspection of vehicle prior to operation

  • Reports any damage or items needing repair

  • Operates rigid frame trucks to haul material to designated locations

  • Operates loader to provide feed to mill, etc.; load trucks with material to be hauled

  • Responsible for quality of work and the safe operation of all tools/equipment under his/her control

  • Responsible for good housekeeping and safety inspection of work area

  • May be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged sitting

MSHA Certification

Climbing

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications. Base Hourly Rate: $35.73

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please apply through the "Jobs Hub" section, which can be accessed under your Apps in Workday.

SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of our recruitment and hiring process, regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

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