Spotter I - 1st Shift

Maker's Pride; Terre Haute (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability (Short/Long-term)

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

Maker's Pride is seeking a dependable spotter/delivery associate to support truck operations. You will perform daily inspections, drive semi-trucks when needed, and ensure trailers are sealed and safe. Maintain yard organization and follow GMPs and safety protocols.

Applicants must hold a Class A CDL and be able to lift 100+ lbs, work in hot/cold environments, and perform related duties as assigned. This is a full-time on-site role with benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Class A CDL license is required.
• Ability to lift and move 100+ lbs.
• Ability to operate forklifts.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily spotter inspection report prior to entering the truck.
• Ability to drive semi-trucks.
• Check and record all fluid levels; note any additions.
• Inspect trailers for damages and report immediately to supervisor.
• Check fuel levels and temperatures on refrigerated trailers daily.
• Ensure trailers are sealed/locked; reject unsealed trailers.
• Inspect inbound empty trailers before acceptance.
• Sweep trailers and empty into dumpster.
• Maintain neat yard and align trailers with pads.
• Place wheel chocks when dock lock is unavailable.
• Log moves into yard view; note outages if needed.
• Follow GMPs and all safety/Environmental regs.
• Meet attendance standards as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Company policies.

Skills

RF System

Basic Math & Reading

Minimal Supervision

Forklift Operation

40+ Hours Availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

What We Want to Give You:

• health/dental/vision insurance
• flex spending accounts
• short & long-term disability
• paid holidays and vacation
• bonus opportunities (referral, production, etc.)

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete daily spotter inspection report prior to entering the truck.
• Ability to drive semi-trucks.
• Check and record all fluid levels and if any fluids are needed, the amount added should be noted as well. Complete daily yard check at the beginning of every shift
• Inspect for any damages to the trailers and if damages found, bring to supervisor's attention immediately.
• Check all fuel levels and temperatures on refrigerated trailers daily.
• Ensure all deliveries are sealed or are locked on the trailer and reject any trailers with no lock or seal.
• Inspect all inbound empty trailers prior to accepting them.
• Sweep out all trailers and ensure it is emptied into the dumpster.
• Keep the yard (both empty and loaded) in a neat and orderly manner.
• Ensure trailers are lined up with the pads and backed in with minimal to no gaps.
• Be sure to place a chock under the wheel when a dock lock is not available when a trailer is backed in.
• Enter all moves into yard view and if it is down, it must be noted on the spotter moves form.
• Follows Good Manufacturing Practices (G.M.P.'s) at all times.
• Complies with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law and Company policies.
• Meets Company attendance standards of start and end times for work as scheduled.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with Company rules, regulations and policies.

Requirements:

• Class A CDL (Basic) License
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical and mental ability to work in excess of 40 hours per week.
• Must have good eye/hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Able to frequently lift and/or move more than 100 lbs.
• Ability to operate forklifts.
• Ability to work in variable (hot and cold) temperatures.

Working Relationships:

• Maintain harmonious working relationships with employee and management in all departments.

Experience and Skills:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Experience in using R.F. (Radio Frequency) System
• Basic Math and Reading skills

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Maker's Pride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.