Switcher

Ahold Delhaize Distribution & Transportation; South Carolina; On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize Distribution & Transportation is seeking a switcher to safely move trailers for loading, unloading, and salvage in a fast-paced grocery distribution yard in South Carolina. You will follow Yard Management System instructions, maintain temperature logs, and ensure compliance with company standards.

Qualified candidates may need a Class A CDL, a clean driving record, and the ability to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass DOT physical and drug screen if CDL is required.
• Experience in a distribution environment preferred.
• Able to work in a broad range of temperatures and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers to dock doors for loading and unloading of products.
• Move trailers for unloading salvage from retail stores.
• Follow YMS directions to move trailers to other locations as needed.
• Maintain accurate temperature logs for reefers on the yard.
• Perform yard audits and use handheld devices where available.

Skills

Excellent driving skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Record keeping

Read product identifiers

Education

Class A CDL

Job description

PRIMARY PURPOSE

As a switcher, it will be your responsibility to safely move trailers as needed for loading or unloading of grocery, perishables, and salvage in a timely and efficient manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Move trailers into appropriate dock doors for loading and unloading of product for various departments
• Move trailers into appropriate dock door for unloading of salvage product returning from retail stores
• Move trailers as directed by YMS to any and all other locations (where applicable)
• Ensure compliance with Delhaize America standards in the areas of accuracy, safety and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with Delhaize America standards in maintaining accurate temperature log for all running reefers on the yard
• Maintain running list of all common carrier trailers moved into doors during shifts
• Complete yard audits within YMS using hand held computers (where applicable)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Some facilities may require a Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Some facilities may require you to be at least 21 years of age
• Some facilities may require a clean driving record with 3 years (or 300,000 miles) experience.
• Must be able to meet expected work standards as established accurately and safely.
• Must be able to work needed schedule to perform assigned duties
• Familiarity/experience in a distribution environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to pass D.O.T. physical and drug screen at facilities where a CDL is a requirement.
• Work in a -5 degree to 90+ degree Fahrenheit environment (temperature varies within each department) for extended periods of time.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent driving skills
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate and complete required record keeping functions
• Ability to read and understand written and numeric product identifiers

EEO & Diversity Commitment

We are an organization that values diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law. Our organization is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, including applicants. If you have a disability and require assistance in the application process, please email [e-mail]