Second Shift - Warehouse Material Specialist - Yard Driver

Second Shift - Warehouse Material Specialist - Yard Driver

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The primary purpose of this position is to support the warehouse operation by shuttling trailers safely and efficiently between the trailer yard, production docks, and warehouse docks. The Material Specialist will be responsible for operating a terminal mule to move trailers within the facility property and performing other physically demanding work within the warehouse.

• Exercise good judgment and proper operating skills required to operate the vehicle within the confines of the campus, positioning trailers at and maneuvering vehicle in crowded areas around the campus.
• Observe and maintain posted speed limits.
• Transfer loaded and unloaded product trailers between buildings.
• Back trailers to loading docks, perform safety checks to secure trailer, open bay doors.
• Maintain contact with Supervision and Shipping Office to receive notice of requested trailer swaps.
• Document all trailer moves. Inspect equipment and ensure trailer refrigeration units are accurately set and running.
• Conduct inventory of empty trailers in the yard and positioned at dock doors.
• Assist warehouse workers in loading and unloading of trailers when time permits.

• When not performing the responsibilities of Yard Specialist, work as a Material Specialist in the warehouse. Activities include transporting pallets to and from production areas, selecting retail store orders, offloading/loading containers and trailers.

• Support the requirements of the functional team to insure safe and efficient operation of all material handling equipment.
• Oversee and perform daily equipment safety checks to support current safety mandates and to assure that equipment is operational.

• Valid driver’s license; CDL License preferred.
• 1 year of tractor-trailer experience is preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• High sense of responsibility, accountability and punctuality.
• Basic writing and math skills required.
• Flexibility to meet rotational shift changes as required.
• Knowledge of standard warehouse and/or production practices helpful but not required.

• High School Diploma.

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to pull, push, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with arms and twist at waist, neck, shoulders, wrists, repeatedly grip and grasp.
• Must be able to walk frequently.
• Comfortable working in outdoor conditions and refrigerated environment.

Compensation: $23 per hour. To learn more about our benefits.

Lindt and Sprüngli is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classification protected by state, local or federal law. Applicants must successfully pass a background screening and may be required to pass drug screenings as well.

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