Poultry Shag Shuttle Driver — Crane & Trailer Ops

Hormel Foods Family of Companies; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hormel Foods Family of Companies in Willmar, MN is seeking a Poultry Transfer Shuttle Driver (Shag). The role offers an hourly base pay range of $23.35 to $24.40, depending on experience and training, with duties focused on loading, unloading, and moving trailers safely.

Responsibilities include crane operation, trailer washing, and coordination with the daily processing schedule. Minimum qualifications cover mandatory training modules and safety assessments; preference for experience with

Qualifications

• 4 required training modules: Basic Controls, Coupling & Uncoupling, Backing & Docking, Walk-Around Inspection
• Achieve minimum passing score of 95%
• Hands-on equipment training completed with authorized trainer
• Behavioral driving assessment after training
• Preferred: Experience operating shag trucks, yard trucks or similar equipment
• Preferred: Strong safety, sanitation and load-handling procedures knowledge

Responsibilities

• Operate overhead or mobile cranes safely and efficiently to unload materials prior to the start of each shift
• Work in various climate conditions (cold, heat, wind, rain, etc.)
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and use a dolly to raise and lower trailers as required
• Collaborate with other drivers and management to coordinate the daily processing schedule
• Remove rods, panels, and other materials from incoming loads
• Wash trailers and sanitize empty trailer beds following company safety and sanitation guidelines
• Assist crane operators throughout the shift with loading, unloading, and positioning materials
• Drive company trucks and safely back trailers into designated areas
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support operational efficiency
• Work actions and attendance to be weighed factors in this process
• Work independently and with others
• Good attendance

Education

Basic Controls, Coupling & Uncoupling, Backing & Docking, Walk-Around Inspection

Job description

Hormel Foods Family of Companies in Willmar, MN is seeking a Poultry Transfer Shuttle Driver (Shag). The role offers an hourly base pay range of $23.35 to $24.40, depending on experience and training, with duties focused on loading, unloading, and moving trailers safely.

Responsibilities include crane operation, trailer washing, and coordination with the daily processing schedule. Minimum qualifications cover mandatory training modules and safety assessments; preference for experience with