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Newly Weds Foods

Third Shift Bulk Loader

Watertown, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking a Third Shift Bulk Loader to join our warehouse team. This position frequently ... operating machinery. Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to ...

SiteOne Landscape Supply

Equipment Operator

Pocasset, MA · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operate all assigned equipment such as (but not limited to): front-end loaders, skid steers, track ... Experience operating equipment such as front-end loaders, skid steers, track loaders, articulating ...

SiteOne Landscape Supply

Equipment Operator

Pocasset, MA · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience operating equipment such as front-end loaders, skid steers, track loaders, articulating loaders, rubber tire wheel loaders, and/or excavators, strongly preferred * Knowledge of proper ...

Savvy Staffing Solutions, LLC

Be Seen First

Heavy Equipment Operator

Ayer, MA · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

  • Medical

Load, move, and organize materials throughout the yard. * Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs. * Follow all safety policies and operating procedures. * Assist with ...

LoadUp

Boston, MA - Loader Sign-Up for LoadUp

Boston, MA

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

Loader Community Values: The W.I.N. Philosophy W - Wow the Customer: Exceed expectations with exceptional service, building loyalty and creating LoadUp ambassadors. I - Integrity in Action: Act with ...

LoadUp

Boston, MA - Loader Sign-Up for LoadUp

Boston, MA · On-site

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

Loader Community Values: The W.I.N. Philosophy W - Wow the Customer: Exceed expectations with exceptional service, building loyalty and creating LoadUp ambassadors. I - Integrity in Action: Act with ...

LoadUp

Boston, MA - Loader Sign-Up for LoadUp

Boston, MA · On-site

$19.25 - $25.25/hr

Loader Community Values: The W.I.N. Philosophy W - Wow the Customer: Exceed expectations with exceptional service, building loyalty and creating LoadUp ambassadors. I - Integrity in Action: Act with ...

1-800-PACK-RAT

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Franklin, MA · On-site

$17.25 - $20.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a forklift Operator, you are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs, and managing inventory & equipment, among other ...

1-800-PACK-RAT

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Franklin, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a forklift Operator, you are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs, and managing inventory & equipment, among other ...

1-800-PACK-RAT

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Franklin, MA · On-site

$17.25 - $20.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a forklift Operator, you are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs, and managing inventory & equipment, among other ...

Shepley Wood Products

Forklift Operator

Barnstable, MA · On-site

$20 - $28/hr

Forklift Operator The Forklift Operator is a key role in safe and efficient yard operations ... This position is responsible for loading and unloading materials, building loads for delivery ...

1-800-PACK-RAT LLC

FORKLIFT OPERATOR

Franklin, MA · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a forklift Operator, you are responsible for optimizing loads to ensure operational efficiency, scheduling vehicles for maintenance and repairs, and managing inventory & equipment, among other ...

Smurfit Westrock Company

Loader - 2nd Shift

Devens, MA · On-site

$25.11/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As Loader in our busy shipping bay, you will be responsible for operating industrial forklift to track load and/or unload trucks for delivering the units to customers according to their requirements.

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Smurfit Westrock

Loader - 2nd Shift

Devens, MA · On-site

$25.11/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As Loader in our busy shipping bay, you will be responsible for operating industrial forklift to track load and/or unload trucks for delivering the units to customers according to their requirements.

Skilled Trades Partners

Lull Operator

Brockton, MA · On-site

$32 - $38/hr

Lull Operator - Skilled Trades Partners Skilled Trades Partners is hiring experienced Lull ... Load, transport, and place materials as directed * Perform daily equipment inspections * Assist ...

Smurfit Westrock

Loader - 2nd Shift

Devens, MA · On-site

$25.11/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As Loader in our busy shipping bay, you will be responsible for operating industrial forklift to track load and/or unload trucks for delivering the units to customers according to their requirements.

Westrock

Loader - 2nd Shift

Devens, MA · On-site

$21.76/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As Loader in our busy shipping bay, you will be responsible for operating industrial forklift to track load and/or unload trucks for delivering the units to customers according to their requirements.

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How much do loader operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for loader operator in Massachusetts is $21.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.65 and $24.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Loader Operator vs Excavator Operator?

AspectLoader OperatorExcavator Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, OSHA safety training, equipment-specific certificationsHigh school diploma, OSHA safety training, equipment-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, mining, material handlingConstruction sites, mining, excavation projects
Job DutiesLoading materials, moving debris, site cleanupDigging trenches, lifting heavy materials, excavation

Both Loader Operators and Excavator Operators require similar certifications and work in construction or mining environments. The main difference lies in their specific tasks: Loader Operators focus on loading and moving materials, while Excavator Operators handle digging and excavation work.

What is the role of a loader operator?

A loader operator is responsible for operating heavy machinery such as front-end loaders, skid steers, or backhoes to load materials like soil, gravel, or debris into trucks or containers. They inspect equipment, follow safety protocols, and may need certifications or training to operate specific machinery. Their work environment is typically construction sites, warehouses, or mining operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a loader operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Loader Operator, you need expertise in operating heavy machinery, a high school diploma or equivalent, and often a valid equipment operator’s license or certification. Familiarity with equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and basic maintenance tools is important, as is adherence to safety protocols. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication are essential soft skills for preventing accidents and ensuring smooth operations. These abilities are crucial for maintaining safety, productivity, and minimizing downtime on construction or industrial sites.

What are some common challenges faced by loader operators on construction sites, and how can they be managed effectively?

Loader Operators often encounter challenges such as working in confined spaces, managing heavy loads, and maintaining safety while operating machinery around other workers and equipment. Effective communication with site supervisors and other team members is essential to coordinate movements and avoid accidents. Regular equipment inspections and adherence to safety protocols help prevent breakdowns and injuries, ensuring smooth daily operations. Building experience and staying up to date with industry best practices can also make handling these challenges more manageable.

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Infographic showing various Loader Operator job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $44,982 per year, or $21.6 per hour.

Third Shift Bulk Loader

Newly Weds Foods

Watertown, MA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Newly Weds Foods rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Summary:
Newly Weds Foods provides premium ingredients to some of the biggest brand names in the country! We are seeking a Third Shift Bulk Loader to join our warehouse team. This position frequently interacts with truck drivers that bring tanker trucks to our manufacturing plant in Watertown filled with flour or starch. This position requires some technical skills as hoses need to be hooked up for pumping and pressure gauges need to be monitored during the pump process.All applicants need to be fluent in reading and writing in English for this position as all of the paperwork exchanged with the tanker truck drivers is in English and must be correctly maintained.
Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Employee Incentive Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Cash Accumulation Plan-401K
  • Life/AD&D Insurance
  • Short- Term/Long-Term Disability
  • Vacation Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Pet Insurance
Essential Functions:
  • Inspect product and pull sample from tanker for quality control to inspect
  • Inspect truck for cleanliness and ensure no seals have been broken.
  • Interact with truck drivers and work with them to ensure the truck is pumped out in a safe and efficient manner
  • Monitor pressure gauges during the pump process and inspect all critical control points every 30 minutes to ensure the pump process is going smooth and safe
  • Able to learn how to trouble shoot the pumping process when issues come up and know when to escalate them to warehouse or maintenance
  • Communicate any non-conforming situation to a supervisor on duty
  • Maintain work area in a clean/safe manner. Report any non-conformance.
  • Wear appropriate safety equipment as required.
  • Any other warehouse duties as assigned
Qualifications:
  • High school, or equivalent, education.
  • Knowledge about manufacturing food preferred.
  • Able to communicate well, both verbally and in writing and have good mathematical skills.
  • Able to wear a fall protection harness and comfortable climbing the ladder to the side of a tanker truck to take a sample for quality control

Work Environment:
The job is performed in the shipping area where the person may be exposed to strong aromas, airborne dust particles emanating from ingredients being used, and will be in the presence of or otherwise operating machinery.
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. New Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Newly Weds Foods will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

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