1st Shift - Yard Driver - Eufaula Fresh Plant

Tyson Foods; Bakerhill (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

We provide paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in the United States is seeking a Material Handler for 1st shift. You will operate trucks and move trailers, maintain logs, and shuttle trailers to docks and off-site locations. The role requires PPE, safety adherence, and the ability to work weekends and overtime as scheduled.

Candidates should have at least 6 months of prior truck driving experience ( CDL not required ) and be willing to cross-train as a Material Handler. PIT certification is preferred and safety is paramount.

Qualifications

• 6 months of prior truck driving experience (not CDL required).
• Must wear PPE and follow safety policies.
• Willing to work weekends and overtime when scheduled.
• 365 Day Rehire Waiting Period and 3 Time Max Rehire Rule noted.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and move trailers in loading areas.
• Shuttle trailers to docks and off-site locations as needed.
• Maintain trailer seal logs and Daily Trailer Inventory Sheets.
• Assist with yard and dock housekeeping; report damage or repairs.

Skills

Truck driving experience

Verbal communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving under pressure

Physical stamina

Tools

PIT certification

Job description

Job Details

• Must be willing and able to follow all safety rules and plant GMPs.
• Maintain trailer seal log.
• Check and fuel refrigerated trailers.
• Shuttle trailers to needed docks and/or off-site locations.
• Maintain Daily Trailer Inventory Sheets.
• Report any damage or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Keep equipment clean and orderly at all times.

Job Details

• Must be willing and able to follow all safety rules and plant GMPs.
• Maintain trailer seal log.
• Check and fuel refrigerated trailers.
• Shuttle trailers to needed docks and/or off-site locations.
• Maintain Daily Trailer Inventory Sheets.
• Report any damage or needed repairs to supervisor.
• Keep equipment clean and orderly at all times.
• Must be willing and able to cross train as Material Handler.
• Assist with housekeeping in the yard and dock areas.
• Perform any additional duties as needed to assist the department.
• Must be willing and able to maintain Powered Industrial Truck Certification.
• Ability to use problem solving skills and work well under pressure.
• Must be willing to communicate verbally with team members.
• Must be willing to operate equipment safely.
• Must be willing to lift up to 50lbs occasionally throughout shift.
• Team members in this job classification shall experience prolonged exposure to temperature extremes ranging from 60 degrees to 120 degrees F with moderate noise levels.
• This position is responsible for operating trucks and moving trailers in and out of loading areas while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

REQUIREMENT:

Must have 6-months of prior truck driving experience, does not have to be CDL certified driving & can be a combination of experience from multiple employers.

Must Wear PPE and follow all safety policies and procedures. Must be willing to work weekends and overtime if scheduled.

365 Day Rehire Waiting Period

3 Time Max Rehire Rule

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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