Yard Jockey: Truck Move & Load Specialist (1st Shift)

Wayne Farms LLC; 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

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.