Shag Truck Driver - 3rd shift, Fri-Sun at Jack Link's Protein Snacks

Underwood, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Oct, 26

Salary

22.5

Posted On

15 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Shag Truck Operation, Yard Switching, Tractor Trailer Operation, Material Handling, Shipping and Receiving, Equipment Inspection, USDOT Regulations, Inventory Management, Radio Communication, Mechanical Aptitude, Safety Compliance, GMP Adherence

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Company Description At Jack Link’s, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We create opportunities, celebrate wins, own our misses, and push forward as a team, knowing our strength comes from supporting one another and having fun along the way. We cultivate a workplace where passion meets purpose and our Team Members are inspired, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions. If you’re ready to make a difference and build something meaningful, we want you! Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Headquartered in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s is strategically positioned with production, distribution, and support centers in key locations throughout North America, Brazil, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. This global network allows Jack Link's to deliver a wide variety of high-quality, great tasting protein snacks to consumers around the world. The company’s portfolio of brands includes Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Wild River®, Golden Island®, Country Fresh Meats®, BiFi®, Peperami® , Mariani and Local Legends Meat Snacks. We offer: Steady, predictable shifts A passionate team Strong family values Career opportunities with a goal to promote from within Competitive pay including a bonus plan Great benefits including a medical plan, dental plan and vision plan Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay Discounted product Job Description Hours Friday-Sunday, 6:00 am - 6:30 pm, with a shift differential of $2.50 Jack Links is seeking a Shag Truck Driver to add to our team at the distribution center in Underwood, IA. The Shag Truck Driver plays an essential role within the Jack Links Distribution Center. This position is responsible for maintaining a smooth and accurate flow of trailers to the docks while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to company policies and procedures. It requires using a shag truck to move semi-trailers and backing them into designated loading docks and parking areas. This position will also assist on the dock, loading, and unloading as needed or as time permits. The Shag Driver will also keep the drop/staging lot organized, including maintaining a correct inventory within the lot and ensuring all trailers are sealed within the lot. This position will also perform other duties, as directed by leadership, as well as participate in various areas to ensure the overall effective function of the distribution center. ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following: Maintain required safety and ergonomic processes to ensure a safe working environment and meet the company goal of an injury free workplace. Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to leadership any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety. Performs daily maintenance check / equipment inspection of the shag truck as required by USDOT rules and regulations. This involves written documentation that is turned into the supervisor. Performs daily yard check as directed for loaded and empty trailers. Ensure product is stored at the appropriate temperature following the company’s guidelines. Moves/spots all trailers as directed. Must be able to spot the correct trailers in the correct docks. Keeps equipment clean and orderly, assisting with general housekeeping to maintain food safety standards. Assists on the dock, loading and unloading trailers as time permits. Has proficient knowledge of the process to facilitate and assist with the optimal flow in and out of the DC. Must be courteous, cooperative, and respectful always. Contact the immediate supervisor to manage any conflicts that may occur. Maintain a high focus on providing excellent customer service to our internal and external customers. Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision. This is a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift dedicated position although flexibility to work all shifts, including weekends, is required when necessary. Perform all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required. Required Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a distribution center with an emphasis on equipment operation, material handling, and shipping/receiving, and shag truck experience. Overall understanding of distribution center processes. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and acquire basic mathematical skills. Above average communication skills, typically utilizing a radio. Experience working in a challenging environment with the ability to manage stressful situations while maintaining company guidelines. Experience with material handling equipment. Organizational skills Must have a current valid driver’s license. Experience yard switching and/or tractor trailer experience required. Requires mechanical aptitude and the understanding / use of basic hand tools. Additional Information The hiring range for this role is $18.60 - $22.50 Hourly. Actual wages will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Tasks include standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), and reaching. The position will climb in and out of trucks repeatedly. This position works outside in the seasonal weather; therefore, this position can work in a hot, humid environment or cold, damp environment and slippery surfaces. Must be willing to stand or walk on hard floors 8 – 10 hours per day. The candidate must be able to talk or hear for safety and productivity. The team member must have acceptable and / or correctable vision. Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work to be performed by team members in this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of team members performing this role. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Jack Link's is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. E-Verify Jack Link's provides the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. IMPORTANT: If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. We may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, we use E-Verify’s photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) photograph. If you believe that your employer has violated its responsibilities under this program or has discriminated against you during the verification process based upon your national origin or citizenship status, please call the Office of Special Counsel at 1-800-255-7688 (TDD: 1-800-237-2515). Sub-Department: Warehouse Department: Operations

Responsibilities

Responsible for moving semi-trailers to loading docks and maintaining an organized staging lot. Additionally assists with loading and unloading trailers and performing daily equipment inspections.