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Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator Jobs in Slidell, LA

Flowers Foods

Checker/Loader

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$20.19/hr

... operating rules, policies and procedures. * Practices and complies with all Company policies and ... Ability to exert force necessary to move wheeled equipment weighing (400 lbs), at a distance of ...

FedEx

PH - Switcher CDL PT-1

Covington, LA · On-site

$22.80/hr

Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the ... operator experience preferred. Knowledge Skills and Abilities • Must have a valid driver ...

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How much do entry level wheel loader operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level wheel loader operator in Slidell, LA is $16.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $18.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator vs Equipment Operator?

AspectEntry Level Wheel Loader OperatorEquipment Operator
CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, equipment-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, material handlingConstruction, industrial, mining, and transportation settings
Job DutiesOperate wheel loaders for loading, moving materialsOperate various heavy machinery including loaders, excavators

Both roles require safety certifications and involve working in construction or industrial environments. The main difference is that an Entry Level Wheel Loader Operator specializes in operating wheel loaders specifically, while an Equipment Operator may handle a variety of heavy machinery. The choice depends on the specific equipment and tasks involved in the job.

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Checker/Loader

New Orleans, LA • On-site

Flowers Foods
Retail • 5 - 10K employees
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$20.19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Flowers Foods rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 117 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

9th of 48 rated bakeries

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflects Honesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility. With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery – it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

  • Comprehensive health and medical benefits
  • Pension Plan
  • Professional growth and leadership training
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Pulls orders, counts, loads, and unloads product on incoming and Pulls orders, counts, loads, and unloads product on incoming and outgoing trailers according to the shipping schedule. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect affect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities
  • Ensures that product received from production or other plants is recorded correctly.
  • Load and unloads to appropriate distribution area to ensure that shipping schedules are met.
  • Maintains cleanliness of work area.
  • Practice and complies with all Company policies and procedures including safety and work rules, etc.
  • Performance of other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.
  • Practices and complies with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.).
  • Physically capable of movement to all Shipping areas.    
  • Ability to exert force necessary to move wheeled equipment weighing (400 lbs), at a distance of (100) feet.    
  • Ability to routinely stoop, bend, and lift product containers weighing ( 20 lbs).    
  • Ability to wear and use approved, applicable safety equipment, as needed.    
  • Must meet/maintain FDC and CDC food handling requirements on public safety for work in a food production environment.    
  • Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
     
Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications
Six (6) or more months shipping or related experience.
Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements
No educational prerequisite; however, must have demonstrated ability to read, comprehend and record information applicable to the job.

Salary Range-  $20.19

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.  Please reply by 09/10/2026.  Interested job seekers who successfully complete the series of pre-screening questions and who appear to possess the basic qualifications for this position may be contacted for a telephone interview.

EEO Statement 

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.   The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position.  Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Darnita Thomas at Darnita.Thomas@flocorp.com or .

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