Truck Driver​/Yard Spotter - Faribault, MN - Jennie-O

** Truck Driver/Yard Spotter*
* ** 1st Shift 2am - 11:30am*
* ** Full Time - Hourly*
* ** At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range.  The base hiring pay range for this role is between $17.25 - $24.00 per hour, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.*
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** Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.*
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** Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.*
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** Must be 18 years of age or older*
* ** Job Responsibilities*
* + Handle or move live turkeys in an acceptable, humane and safe manner as per J-OTS Animal welfare statement

+ Perform pre-operational inspection of spotter tractor(s)

+ Report head count of each completed lot to scheduling department

+ Ensure all trailers are properly scaled before processing

+ Process trailers in scheduled sequence by lot, by first loaded, first processed, unless instructed otherwise by your supervisor

+ Maximize comfort of birds while in your care

+ Maintain Cooling Shed in fully operational condition

+ Count and record accurate D.O.A. head count by trailer

+ Comply with U.S.D.A. requirements for denaturing D.O.A.'s.

+ Spot By-Products trailers as requested

+ Ensure scale is kept free of snow/ice build up

+ Perform other duties as requested by your supervisor

** Minimum Qualifications*
* + Individual must have a valid driver license with good vehicle operating records.

+ Must be able to drive a manual transmission

+ Must be in good physical condition (able to wear eye and respiratory, and any/all safety protection for extended periods of time).

+ Individual must occasionally to frequently be able to twist, stoop, bend, squat, lift, and carry at least 50 pounds.

+ Must possess the ability to work effectively and efficiently without supervision.

+ Ability to drive and back a yard tractor and trailer into tight bays safely

+ Ability to read schedules and write lot reports and vehicle inspection reports

+ Ability to communicate effectively with drivers, Scheduling, plant personnel, and others on a daily basis

+ Able to work in upper Midwest outdoor environment year round

+ Ability to withstand below zero temperatures daily

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* * hysical ability to hook and unhook trailers, including cranking landing gear up and down, throughout the shift

+ Good work history - stability with previous employment or internal position (1 year minimum).

+ Performance results - must have met expectations with previous employer, and/or Jennie-O Turkey Store (internal candidate) in the following:

+ Attendance and Dependability

+ Performance:  Quantity and Quality

+ Behavior and Cooperation

** What you will receive:*
* + Competitive pay with pay increases

+ You will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your role

+ Extraordinary benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage. Eligible for health care plans after 30 days of employment!

+ Life & disability insurance, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, pension, stock purchase plan.

+ Continuing education and FREE two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees and much more.

+ Advancement opportunities

+ Employment with a solid employer - People stay here for the great employee experience and the long-term opportunities available.

** Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.*
* ** About Hormel Foods -*
* ** _Inspired People. Inspired Food._**  ***
* ** Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with*
* ** approximately $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include*
* ** PLANTERS**  **®**  **, SKIPPY**  **®**  **, SPAM**  **®**  **, HORMEL**  **®*
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