Shipping Yard Lead & Forklift Operator

Pilgrim's; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) company match

Job summary

Pilgrim's is seeking a Shipping Manager in Carrollton, GA to lead a high‑performing team across all shifts. You will oversee trailer movements, yard organization, and records accuracy while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast‑paced shipping environment.

The role requires experience in shipping or related fields, a valid driver’s license, and strong organizational skills. Competitive benefits and a base rate of $20.59/hour are highlighted in our program.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid, non-expired driver’s license.
• Experience in shipping, warehouse, distribution, transportation, or commercial driving environments preferred.
• Ability to safely maneuver and position trailers in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.
• Commitment to safety, food safety, quality, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate yard equipment to move trailers throughout the facility and designated yard locations.
• Move, stage, dock, and position trailers at loading and unloading locations to support shipping and production schedules.
• Retrieve trailers from designated yard locations and ensure trailers are available for scheduled loading and unloading operations.
• Inspect refrigerated and dry trailers prior to use to verify they meet safety, operational, and quality requirements.
• Fuel yard equipment and refrigerated trailers as required and maintain appropriate fuel levels for operational readiness.
• Maintain an accurate daily trailer inventory log, including trailer location, loaded/unloaded status, fuel status, damage reports, trailer condition, and other required information.
• Organize trailers within the parking and yard areas to maximize efficiency, safety, and accessibility.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe trailer yard by identifying and addressing housekeeping concerns and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation inspections of yard equipment and complete all required inspection documentation.
• Operate a forklift as needed to support shipping, yard, and warehouse operations.
• Load damaged pallets and return materials using a forklift and transport them to designated locations.
• Support other departments as needed to meet operational and production requirements.
• Verify trailers are properly secured prior to movement and follow all trailer docking, wheel chocking, lockout/tagout, and securement procedures.
• Operate within USDA, HACCP, food safety, animal welfare, and company guidelines.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrians, equipment traffic, obstacles, and facility conditions while operating equipment.
• Accurately complete all required logs, inspection reports, trailer movement records, and other documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, shipping personnel, drivers, and other departments regarding trailer movements, equipment status, and yard conditions.
• Promote a safe work environment by following all company, state, and federal safety requirements.
• Report accidents, equipment defects, maintenance issues, or safety concerns immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift operation

Industrial equipment

Job description

Pilgrim's is seeking a Shipping Manager in Carrollton, GA to lead a high‑performing team across all shifts. You will oversee trailer movements, yard organization, and records accuracy while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast‑paced shipping environment.

The role requires experience in shipping or related fields, a valid driver’s license, and strong organizational skills. Competitive benefits and a base rate of $20.59/hour are highlighted in our program.