Plant Lot Jockey-First Shift Hours

Description

One of Iowa's most iconic companies, with nearly a century of producing amazing dairy products, is looking to hire smart, hard-working and dependable employees who are seeking a career... not just a job.

We are willing to train you! Experience in a manufacturing, food manufacturing or food distribution environment preferred but not necessary. We have outstanding opportunities in our production and distribution facilities in Des Moines, IA.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following are fundamental duties that an individual who holds the position must perform. This is not an exhaustive list. Other duties, in addition to essential job functions, will be assigned at the discretion of the Distribution Manager .

1. Operate the fleet equipment safely and professionally.

2. Maintain the proper maintenance of all equipment

3. Ensure the cleanliness of the truck daily

4. Adhere to all DOT rules, Federal regulations and company polices.

5. Fuel truck, trailer, and Thermo-King daily.

6. Spot trailers for case dock, culture room, and warehouse.

7. Help move trailers for the cooler as needed.

8. Move empty trailers to parking lot.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to deal with people tactfully and effectively

• Effectively communicate, understand, write in English.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

2. Class A CDL license required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. Sitting for continuously long periods at a time

2. Ability to climb in and out of truck

PREREQUISITES

• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen, physical aptitude test and background check within 48 hours of acceptance of a conditional employment offer.

What AE Dairy offers our employees:

• Competitive wage per collective bargaining agreement ($30.55 per hour plus financial incentives for qualifications)

• Shift Differentials

• Weekly paychecks.

• Medical (Blue Cross Blue Shield) and dental (Delta) insurance starting the 1 st of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.

• Defined benefit pension plan (Central States).

• Company provided life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (additional coverage available for purchase).

• 401K (Principal).

• Paid Holidays.

• Annual boot allowance.

• Company provided uniforms.

• Enjoy delicious AE Dairy products while at work!

Please provide full and most recent work history and a resume to be considered for this current role. Without this information you may be passed over as a potential candidate.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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