Shipping Yard Jockey Driver S2

At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

General

Summary:

We are looking for a Shipping Manager for Pilgrim's Shipping Department .

Pilgrim's is seeking Shipping Manager to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced production environment. You'll oversee critical operations during all three shifts in shipping . You'll manage and coordinate activities of employees engaged in preparing, verifying and maintaining records on all shipments, inventory control, loading/unloading trucks , forklift driving, and shuttle drivers . This role is responsible for ensuring safety, quality, animal welfare, sanitation, budgeting, and productivity while driving continuous improvement through data analysis and process coordination.

If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in dynamic settings and enjoys making a direct impact, this is a great opportunity to grow with a company committed to excellence.

• Safely operate yard equipment to move trailers throughout the facility and designated yard locations.
• Move, stage, dock, and position trailers at loading and unloading locations to support shipping and production schedules.
• Retrieve trailers from designated yard locations and ensure trailers are available for scheduled loading and unloading operations.
• Inspect refrigerated and dry trailers prior to use to verify they meet safety, operational, and quality requirements, including checking for damage, alarms, cleanliness, and proper operating condition.
• Fuel yard equipment and refrigerated trailers as required and maintain appropriate fuel levels for operational readiness.
• Maintain an accurate daily trailer inventory log, including trailer location, loaded/unloaded status, fuel status, damage reports, trailer condition, and other required information.
• Organize trailers within the parking and yard areas to maximize efficiency, safety, and accessibility.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe trailer yard by identifying and addressing housekeeping concerns and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Conduct pre-operation and post-operation inspections of yard equipment and complete all required inspection documentation.
• Operate a forklift as needed to support shipping, yard, and warehouse operations.
• Load damaged pallets and return materials using a forklift and transport them to designated locations.
• Support other departments as needed to meet operational and production requirements.
• Verify trailers are properly secured prior to movement and follow all trailer docking, wheel chocking, lockout/tagout, and securement procedures.
• Operate within USDA, HACCP, food safety, animal welfare, and company guidelines.
• Maintain awareness of pedestrians, equipment traffic, obstacles, and facility conditions while operating equipment.
• Accurately complete all required logs, inspection reports, trailer movement records, and other documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, shipping personnel, drivers, and other departments regarding trailer movements, equipment status, and yard conditions.
• Promote a safe work environment by following all company, state, and federal safety requirements.
• Report accidents, equipment defects, maintenance issues, or safety concerns immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Must possess a valid, non-expired driver's license.
• Previous experience in shipping, warehouse, distribution, transportation, or commercial driving environments preferred.
• Previous experience operating forklifts and industrial equipment preferred.
• Ability to safely maneuver and position trailers in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and…