Yard Jockey- 1st Shift

Sanderson Farms, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms seeks a Yard Jockey to move tractor trailers and trailers within the yard, spot incoming trucks, and assist with loading and unloading to keep product flow steady. You will wear PPE and follow safety protocols while supporting efficient plant operations.

Responsibilities include communicating with dock staff, identifying process improvements, and maintaining organized yard operations. CDL and DOT certification are required or pursued, with forklift certification a plus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CDL license in good standing and DOT certification.
• Forklift certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Move tractor trailer trucks and trailers around yard to load and unload.
• Spot incoming trucks and relay information to dock.
• Assist with unloading and loading trucks as needed to support product flow to and from processing plant.
• Identify improvement opportunities and participate in implementing solutions.
• Wear PPE in all areas where mandatory.

Skills

Basic math

Computer skills

Communication skills

Multilingual (preferred)

Organizational skills

Customer focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL License in good standing

DOT certification

Forklift certification

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Yard Jockey moves trucks and trailers around in loading area, spots incoming trucks, and assists in loading and unloading trucks as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Move tractor trailer trucks and trailers around yard to load and unload Spot incoming trucks, relaying information to dock Assist with unloading an loading trucks as needed to help product flow to and from processing plantt Identify opportunities for improvement, present to appropriate leader, and implement, lead or participate in solution implementation Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in all areas where mandatory helping to promote a zero-accident culture Perform additional relevant duties as assigned

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

None. This is an individual contributor role with required competencies: Functional/Technical Skills, Action Oriented, Problem Solving, Learning on the Fly, and Interpersonal Savvy

EDUCATION and CERTIFICATIONS

High School diplomas or equivalent preferred CDL License in good standing and insurance DOT certification Forklift certifiable

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Experience in driving tractor trailer Basic math and computer skills Must have good communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization in a timely and professional manner; multi-lingual strongly preferred Ability to handle and resolve most issues in an efficient and effective manner while ensuring confidential information is relayed only on a need-to-know basis Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize projects, planning skills, and a high attention to detail Must possess a strong customer-centric attitude, high energy level and a strong sense of urgency

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs Wear required protective equipment in all areas where mandatory

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work in a wet and cold environment (45ºF, 4ºC) Ability to stand for an 8 hour shift Will be exposed to noise (>85 decibels), CO2, and moving production

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

A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities. Make an impact on a global scale by feeding a growing world with Wayne-Sanderson Farms.