Rendispose Truck Driver (Day Shift)

Farmers Union Industries, LLC; Redwood Falls (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) match

Job summary

Farmers Union Industries, LLC in Redwood Falls, MN is seeking an experienced Rendispose Truck Driver for the day shift. You will collect materials from meat lockers and operate company trucks with a focus on safety, DOT compliance, and timely delivery.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate of $29.11–$31.67 and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, a strong 401(k) match, and travel up to 100%.

Qualifications

• One year or more of truck driving experience and ability to operate a semi-truck with manual transmission.
• Current state Class A CDL and DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Ability to perform thorough vehicle inspections and maintain logs.
• Willing to travel up to 100% and work day shift as scheduled.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-, during-, and post-operation inspections.
• Operate company trucks for shipping and receiving of materials and finished products.
• Maintain driver logs and complete paperwork accurately and timely.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Assist with minor truck and trailer maintenance and safety practices.

Skills

Truck driving

Education

CDL (Class A)

DOT Medical Card

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced, Job Location: Central Bi-Products Redwood Falls - Redwood Falls, MN, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $29.11 - $31.67Hourly, Travel Percentage: On the Road, Job Shift: 1st (Day Shift), Job Category: Professional Driving

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more!

Central Bi-Products Facility

Our Central Bi-Products facility in Redwood Falls, MN collects and transforms multi-species raw material from meat processing facilities into high quality-feed ingredients and other consumer and industrial products. Learn more about the rendering industry at fuillc.com/central-bi-products/.

Position Summary

We are currently accepting applications for Rendispose Truck Driver (Rendispose) on day shift. An individual in this role can expect to collect materials from various meat lockers and earn between $29.11-$31.67/Hr. (based on experience). We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and more!

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 5:00am - 5:00pm
Exact schedule may vary by efficiency. Additional hours may be necessary on a required or voluntary basis.

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

• Product Transportation
• Federal DOT Compliance

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform before-, during-, and after-operation inspections
• Operate company-owned trucks to facilitate shipping and receiving operations of raw materials and finished product
• Move containers of raw material or hook up hose line as needed to load truck
• Maintain driver log information using paperless technology
• Accurately and legibly complete all paperwork in a timely manner and maintains records, as required
• Have a working knowledge of DOT, federal, and state regulations pertaining to transportation and vehicle maintenance
• Assist with minor maintenance and repairs of trucks and trailers; notify management if major repairs are needed
• Maintain and safeguard all company property provided for position
• Follow all safety procedures and help ensure facility and vehicle cleanliness
• Maintain highest level of confidentiality and professionalism while promoting a positive image of the company
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Travel up to 100% of the time
• Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Qualifications

• One year or more of truck driving experience, desired; must be able to operate a semi-truck with a manual transmission
• Possess and maintain a current state Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate Health Card
• Ability to perform in-depth and thorough vehicle inspections
• Ability to remain alert and drive safely under sedentary conditions; remain aware of changing traffic and weather conditions
• Ability to use an electronic tablet or computer to enter truckload information
• Comply with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies
• Possess, or be willing to attain, a tanker endorsement, as routes require
• Ability to work with animal by-products from cows, pigs, and poultry
• Must be 21 years of age or older to drive a semi-truck across state lines (not required of all drivers/routes)

Physical Requirements

• Frequently push, pull, or manipulate containers weighing up to 100 pounds
• Frequently pull and hook up to 100 feet of hose
• Consistently climb in and out of vehicle cab and/or onto trailer up to 10 feet
• Frequently bend, crawl, and/or kneel
• Frequently use upper body to unroll trailer tarps
• Perform driving role; sit up to 90% of the time