Yard Switcher - 1st

Request Foods, Inc.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Request Foods in Holland, MI is seeking a Yard Switcher Operator (Level 5) for the 1st shift. You will move trailers, perform yard checks, refuel as needed, and support dock operations with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications include a CDL Class A (or ability to obtain within 3 months), forklift certification, strong math, and clear English communication. Competitive hourly pay and opportunities across shipping, receiving, and production.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or have the ability to obtain certification within 3 months
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift certification
• Proficient math skills and adequate English communication skills to understand written and spoken instructions
• Excellent safety awareness and physical fitness
• Ability to work effectively both independently and with others
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a yard switcher to move trailers in and out of docks and around shipping/receiving areas
• Perform yard checks on trailers (temperature, fuel, seals) and complete paperwork accurately
• Refuel refrigerated trailers as needed
• Assist in operating yard switcher and other equipment following safety rules and regulations
• Operate industrial forklift as needed to load/unload trailers
• Assist in picking, recording orders, and staging items for production and freezer areas

Skills

CDL A or ability to obtain

Forklift certification

Math skills

English communication skills

Safety awareness

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Since 1990, God has blessed us with outstanding team members, customers, and vendors.

In turn, our goal is to provide a nurturing environment for the God-given talents of our people as well as make a positive impact in the lives of those around us - at work, at home, in our community, and beyond.

We value and respect every employee, empowering you to learn and to advance. When you collaborate and build new connections, we recognize and reward your hard work. Afterall, with growth comes opportunity. Your success is ours.

Position:Yard Switcher - 1st

Location: Holland, MI

Job Id:291

# of Openings:1

Position: Yard Switcher Operator (Level 5) - 1st Shift

Hours: 5:30pm - shift end (hours may vary)

Entry Rate of Pay: $23.00/hour

Request Foods believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to the success of our company. That contribution includes but is not limited to the assigned responsibilities. This position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but does not limit the individual or the organization only to the work identified. It is Request Foods expectation that each member will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a yard switcher, with, or without a trailer, to move trailers in and out of docks or around the shipping/receiving docks.
• Perform yard checks on trailers (refrigerated truck temperature checks, fuel levels, security seal checks, etc.) and complete necessary paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Refuel refrigerated trailers as necessary.
• Assist in ensuring safe operation of yard switcher trucks, lift trucks, and order pickers following the manufacturer's safe operating rules, DOT and OSHA requirements.

In addition to the primary functions listed above, the individual may be called to:

• When yard work is complete, and/or assistance is necessary on the shipping/receiving docks, will operate an industrial fork truck to load and unload trailers.
• Operate lift truck in a safe and timely manner to assure proper unloading and storage of received materials and ingredients.
• Assist in the accurate picking and recording of customer and production department orders.
• Assist in getting finished shrink-wrapped pallets off from the automated wrapper and delivery to the freezer material handlers for efficient storage.
• Assist in the production and freezer areas depending on production schedule and warehouse crewing.
• Assist in staging frozen ingredients for Kitchen and Production teams from freezer requisitions.
• Assist in selecting orders according to proper products code numbers and quantities.
• Assist in selecting product from proper location to assure accurate product rotation.
• Accurately and timely track product/ingredient lot numbers. Use computer system to control inventory and lot accuracy.
• Load and move frozen ingredients from receiving dock into appropriate freezer location(s).
• Use computer terminal to look up inventory information and print out part number identification stickers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications/ Education/ Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) "A", or have the ability to obtain certification within 3 months
• Forklift certified or ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Must have proficient math skills and possess adequate English communication skills in order to understand written and spoken instructions
• Excellent safety awareness and a sufficient level of physical fitness.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently, individually, as well as with others.
• Good organizational skills and detailed oriented.

Physical Activities Required - The physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by a member to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Extensive sitting, standing and walking
• Must repeatedly climb in and out of their tractors to hook, unhook and inspect trailers.
• Exposed to the outside elements and must be able to endure a good deal of walking, bending and lifting.

We are truly grateful to our team members, customers, and vendors for being a part of our story. Take a look at what others have to say about their experience with Request Foods.