Yard Spotter

Lewisburg Container; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Insurance & wellness reimbursement

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a dock operator to move trailers on and off the dock safely, keep the yard organized, and inspect arriving trailers. The role requires following safety policies, excellent attention to detail, and willingness to work nights and weekends when needed.

Minimum six months of machinery operation experience and a valid driver's license are required. Travel and some overtime may be necessary; a drug screen and background check are required for hire.

Qualifications

• Must have High school education or equivalent.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Minimum six months experience operating machinery.
• Must follow safety policies and procedures as outlined.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers on and off the dock safely.
• Keep the storage yard organized.
• Inspect trailers on arrival and perform pre-shift checks on yard spotter truck.
• Adhere to safety policies and Employee Handbook requirements.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow directions

Safety discipline

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Willing to travel

Night/weekend shift

Drug test compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 3111 East Kilgore Road, 49001
• Manufacturing
• FullTime
• Oct 23 2026
• 0083-25031

• Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States, 3111 East Kilgore Road, 49001
• Manufacturing
• FullTime
• Pratt Recycling
• Oct 23 2026
• 0083-25031

Description

Pratt Perks:

• Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
• 3 Months: 401(k) with match
• 12 months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing/parenting leave

Position Summary

Responsible for moving trailers on and off the dock safely.

Essential Functions/Position Responsibilities

• Keeping the storage yard organized.
• Inspecting trailers when arrive on the yard.
• Pre shift inspection on yard spotter truck.
• Follow all company Safety policies and policies per Employee Handbook & Code of Conduct
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Hiring Requirements/Preferences

• High school education or equivalent (additional experience may be substituted for education)
• Valid Driver License

Minimum Of Six (6) Months Experience Operating Machinery

• Must have a demonstrated ability to follow directions
• Professional Attitude & conduct
• Multi-task, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and time management skills are needed.
• High degree of safety awareness and safety discipline
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
• Willing to travel and work away from home when and if required.
• Be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and the policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by PRATT Safety and OSHA.
• Be at least age 18 years of age due to nature of working environment.
• You will be expected to be flexible to the needs of our business, as we continually strive to meet and exceed the needs of our customers.
• Random and Suspicion Drug tests are performed
• Please be aware that you must successfully complete a drug screen and background check in order to be hired into the Pratt Industries.