Truck Driver/Yard Spotter - Faribault, MN - Jennie-O Turkey Store

Truck Driver/Yard SpotterAt 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.Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Must be 18 years of age or older.Job ResponsibilitiesHandle or move live turkeys in an acceptable, humane and safe manner as per J-OTS Animal welfare statementPerform pre-operational inspection of spotter tractor(s)Report head count of each completed lot to scheduling departmentEnsure all trailers are properly scaled before processingProcess trailers in scheduled sequence by lot, by first loaded, first processed, unless instructed otherwise by your supervisorMaximize comfort of birds while in your careMaintain Cooling Shed in fully operational conditionCount and record accurate D.O.A. head count by trailerComply with U.S.D.A. requirements for denaturing D.O.A.'s.Spot By-Products trailers as requestedEnsure scale is kept free of snow/ice build upPerform other duties as requested by your supervisorMinimum QualificationsIndividual must have a valid driver license with good vehicle operating records.Must be able to drive a manual transmissionMust 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 safelyAbility to read schedules and write lot reports and vehicle inspection reportsAbility to communicate effectively with drivers, Scheduling, plant personnel, and others on a daily basisAble to work in upper Midwest outdoor environment year roundAbility to withstand below zero temperatures dailyPhysical ability to hook and unhook trailers, including cranking landing gear up and down, throughout the shiftGood 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 DependabilityPerformance: Quantity and QualityBehavior and CooperationWhat you will receive:Competitive pay with pay increasesYou will be trained on all equipment and procedures to prepare you for your roleExtraordinary 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 opportunitiesEmployment 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.