Rail Switching & Yard Tractor Operator
$25 - $30 per hourDidion Milling & BioScience
Job Description
Job Description
Rail Switching & Yard Tractor Operator Powering Precision in Food Production
Location: Cambria, WI | Schedule: Night Shift, 6pm–6am | Status: Full-Time
Compensation: $25–$30 per hour, based on experience
A night in the lifeAs Cambria’s daylight fades, you arrive at Didion ready to keep essential food ingredients moving. You climb into a locomotive cab to spot railcars, switch to a yard truck to reposition trailers, and coordinate precise loadouts that feed our customers’ timelines. Your focus: safety, quality, and flow—every minute from 6pm to 6am.
What you’ll operate- Locomotives, yard trucks, and other heavy industrial equipment that drive our logistics.
- Railcars and trailers—handled with accuracy and care.
- Loadout systems for high-quality food products ready to ship.
- Run and pre/post-inspect equipment to ensure reliable, safe performance.
- Execute truck and rail loadouts to hit delivery schedules.
- Perform conductor/grounds duties in the rail yard.
- Clean, maintain, and stage equipment for the next operation.
- Use digital tools to follow schedules and record maintenance actions.
- Uphold strict food safety and workplace safety standards.
- High school diploma or GED; technical training is a plus.
- Hands-on time with locomotives or yard trucks is a bonus.
- Experience in manufacturing or a food-safe setting preferred.
- Independent problem-solver with sound judgment.
- Team-first attitude, dependable, and strong work ethic.
- Comfort working around noise, dust, heat, and cold.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and climb stairs/ladders.
- Work at heights over 20 feet and in confined spaces when required.
- Clear communication via 2-way radio and strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Join a purpose-driven team committed to integrity, safety, and innovation.
- Operate state-of-the-art equipment in a supportive environment.
- Advance your skills with hands-on training and career development.
- Make a tangible impact on the quality and reliability of food products.
Apply today and help us build something great—one safe, precise move at a time.
Didion Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position. Selection will be based on qualifications as they relate to position requirements without regard to race, color, national origin, religion sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class.
Didion uses the eVerify system to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
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