Receiving Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Our Company

Lancaster Leaf Tobacco Co. Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Corporation, manages dark air-cured tobacco operations in the traditional growing areas of the United States. The company contracts directly with local farmers and exports globally.

The Global Leader in Premium Leaf Tobacco Supply
Universal Leaf Tobacco Company is the world’s leading supplier of premium leaf tobacco, with over 100 years of experience sourcing, processing, and delivering tobacco crops tailored to customer specifications. With operations spanning major tobacco-regions across five continents, we connect hundreds of thousands of farmers to global manufacturers through a reliable, transparent, and traceable supply chain.

Our portfolio includes flue-cured, burley, oriental, and dark tobaccos, supported by deep agronomic expertise and advanced processing capabilities. Beyond the leaf, we offer value-added services such as customized blending, next-generation nicotine solutions, recycled by-products, and digital traceability tools that enhance efficiency and sustainability across the supply chain.

Universal Leaf Tobacco is more than a supplier – we are a long-term partner committed to responsible sourcing, farmer support, and continuous innovation. By investing in agricultural communities and upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance, we help ensure a resilient tobacco supply for generations to come.

Summary

As a Storage Truck Driver at Lancaster Leaf Tobacco Company is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers, containers, and equipment within the yard, dock area, and facility grounds. This role supports shipping, receiving, warehouse, and transportation operations by positioning trailers at dock doors, staging loaded and empty trailers, completing yard checks, and maintaining a safe and organized yard environment.

What You’ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer to move trailers throughout the yard and between locations.
• Maintain an accurate yard inventory and provide daily updates.
• Move loaded, empty, and staged trailers to designated parking areas, drop lots, or dock locations.
• Conduct pre-trip, post-trip, and routine equipment inspections and report mechanical or safety concerns promptly.
• Communicate clearly with management, warehouse staff, dock personnel, supervisors, and outside drivers.
• Follow all company safety policies, traffic flow procedures, speed limits, and yard rules.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard by identifying hazards, reporting issues, and supporting housekeeping standards.
• Complete required paperwork, logs, electronic records, and inspection reports accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support daily transportation, warehouse, and logistics operations.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or college degree.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and valid DOT medical card.
• Clean motor vehicle record and ability to meet company driving standards.
• Ability to safely back, maneuver, couple, and uncouple trailers in tight yard and dock areas.
• Basic knowledge of trailer safety, yard operations, shipping and receiving processes, and equipment inspections.
• Ability to work independently, follow directions, and prioritize trailer moves in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to climb in and out of trucks and trailers repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, pull, push, and lift as required by the position.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
• Ability to work around moving equipment, traffic, loading docks, trailers, and warehouse activity.
• Must be able to maintain awareness of surroundings and follow safe work practices at all times.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous yard jockey, warehouse, distribution, or logistics experience.
• Forklift, pallet jack, or warehouse equipment experience is a plus, if applicable.
• Knowledge of safe loading dock procedures and trailer restraint practices.

Benefits
We offer a wide range of market-competitive total rewards that include 401(k) match, pension, merit increases, paid holidays, medical, dental, life, vision, short and long-term disability benefits, and tuition assistance to name a few.

EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet Employer All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.