Winchester - Transportation Group Leader/Semi Driver

Olin Corporation; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Fertility Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Educational Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Ammunition Purchase Program

Job summary

Olin Corporation in East Alton, IL is seeking a Transportation Group Leader/Semi Driver for straight 3rd shift. The role requires operating a semi-tractor, loading and transporting materials, and ensuring safety and DOT compliance.

Qualified candidates must hold a valid CDL Class A with Hazmat endorsement, have forklift experience, and be able to work outdoors in varying weather. Weekly overtime may be required and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have CDL Class A with Hazmat endorsement.
• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to operate powered industrial trucks and drive forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate a semi-tractor to hook up and transport trailers between designated work zones.
• Inspect trailers, semi-tractors, and forklifts to ensure safe and compliant operation.
• Transport skids, pallets, and containers throughout the facility.
• Ensure all customer shipping requirements are accurately followed and executed.
• Perform required quality checks to support product and shipment accuracy.
• Adhere to safety requirements, including PPE and lockout/tagout procedures.

Skills

CDL Class A

Hazmat Endorsement

Forklift Operation

DOT Compliance

Physical Stamina

Job description

Title: Transportation Group Leader/Semi Driver

Location: East Alton, IL

Salary: $36.39 /hour

Schedule: Current schedule is straight 3rd shift (11:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.)

Websites: Winchester.com and WhiteFlyer.com

Transportation Group Leader/Semi Driver Essential Functions:

• Operate a semi‑tractor to hook up and transport trailers between designated work zones.
• Inspect trailers, semi‑tractors, and forklifts to ensure safe and compliant operation.
• Operate a forklift to load and stage materials.
• Transport skids, pallets, tubs, and various containers throughout the facility.
• Ensure all customer shipping requirements are accurately followed and executed.
• Perform required quality checks to support product and shipment accuracy.
• Adhere to all safety requirements, including lockout/tagout procedures and the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)

TransportationGroupLeader/Semi Driver Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of three years of recent related work experience; experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment preferred.
• Valid CDL Class A license with Hazmat Endorsement.
• Ability to operate a powered industrial truck using gas and brake pedals.
• Forklift experience.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to work in outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.
• Flexibility to work alternative schedules, weekends, and forced overtime as needed.
• Must meet all applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements for commercial drivers.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (medical card) as required by FMCSA regulations. FMCSA states CDL drivers operating motor vehicles must maintain medical certification.
• Must successfully pass DOT-regulated drug and alcohol testing, included pre‑employment, random, post‑accident, and other testing as required by law and company policy.
• Must maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record and remain qualified to operate a commercial motor vehicle under applicable DOT regulations.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Work is performed in an industrial transportation and warehouse environment with exposure to moving equipment, forklifts, semi‑trucks, trailers, and other machinery.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, gloves, and other equipment as required by safety policies.
• Frequent standing and walking throughout the work shift, with limited sitting.
• Frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, pushing, pulling, and material handling activities.
• Ability push and pull materials weighing up to 100 pounds, including powder kegs and other materials.
• Frequent operation of forklifts, semi‑trucks, hand trucks, dollies, and other material‑handling equipment.
• Ability to climb onto vehicles and equipment, access elevated work areas, and occasionally work at heights.
• Frequent use of both hands for grasping, steering, handling materials, and operating equipment controls.
• Exposure to varying environmental conditions, including temperature fluctuations, humidity, dust, fumes, gases, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to safely load, unload, transport, and stage materials while maintaining production and transportation schedules.
• Requires operation of foot and hand controls while driving forklifts and commercial vehicles.Frequent head and neck rotation required when operating vehicles, maneuvering equipment, and monitoring surroundings.
• Must be able to work safely around moving machinery, vehicle traffic, and material storage areas.
• Essential job functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, consistent with applicable laws, company policies, and safety requirements.

Location-Specific Requirements:

• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

What’s in it for you?

While many of our employees have worked at Olin for their entire career, we constantly striveto bring new people with new points of view into the company.Your career is important to us, and we work with you to create development plans that help you achieve your career goals.

Our employees enjoy the following employment enhancements and more:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance effective on the 1st day of the month following 60 consecutive days of service
• Fertility Benefits (lifetime maximum $25,000)
• 401(k) with an employer matchandretirement contribution account
• Vacation Eligibility
• Paid Holidays
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Ammunition Purchase Program

Strong Careers Grow Here

Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.

View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package

Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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