Shipping II/Backup Yard Jockey - Gratz Plant

Job Description

Position: Back up Yard Jockey / Shipping 2nd Shift

Days/Times: Mon-Fri (2:30pm-11pm)

Department: Shipping

Location: Gratz Manufacturing Plant

Pay Rate: $ + $ Shift Diff. ​

Reports to: Dept. Supervisor

Status: Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Come Grow with MITER!

We are a local, family-owned company with a coast-to-coast presence. We offer cross training and opportunities for career growth. We encourage our team members to take on new roles, advance their careers and offer tuition reimbursement. Team member health and safety are top priorities. MITER has enhanced safety protocols in order to promote a healthy work environment. 

MI Windows and Doors is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of vinyl and aluminum windows and patio doors, with plants across the country. We are looking for Shippers to join our amazing team at our Gratz plant!

In this role you will gather components together to complete an order and secure it properly in trailer according to the needs of the facility, which also includes the following duties:

• Read and understand orders

• Read job order for specification of product

• Understand the scanning system for loading trucks

• Obey all company policies and procedures

• Maintain a clean and organized work area

• Complies with all safety procedures and wears appropriate PPE

• Inspect work in process and finished units to ensure compliance with quality standards

• Understands loading process and responsibilities

• Needs to provide or actively participate in continued process improvements

• Regular punctual attendance is an essential function of the job

• Learn product identification

• Learn to secure product properly

• 40 plus hours a week

Requirements

• Valid PA driver's license and safe driving record is required

• Ability to lift and handle heavy products

• Must have good people skills when communicating with fellow team members and work well in group environments

• Capability to stand and move frequently while performing repetitive tasks

• Possess a collaborative, team-driven attitude. Team members rely on each other to complete required tasks in order to meet daily and weekly production scheduled, and as a result a good attendance record and a team focus is critical.

• Be quality and precision-driven, and able to follow all quality and safety requirements

• Have a customer service mentality and a strong desire to meet daily production goals so the organization can meet and exceed customer expectations

• Show strong reasoning and creative problem-solving skills to overcome production challenges

• You must be available to work overtime and weekends if needed

• Previous experience in a team environment is a plus

MI Windows and Doors is an equal opportunity employer. MI Windows and Doors does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other applicable legally protected category.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

• Loads and unloads trucks when not moving trailers in and out of docks.

• Must have yard jockey test before they are able to operate solo.

• Properly moving trailers on our property

• Performing any load status yard checks as required by facility.

• Visually completing safety and road worthiness of trailers on our property.

• Red tag trailers, if needed.

• Must obey any and all applicable traffic laws and facility procedures.

• Yearly MVR background checks.

• Participating in continuous improvement processes.

• Maintain an effective Preventative Maintenance Inspections.

• Very physical and fast-paced work environment while remaining focused on safety at all times.

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What We Offer

At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.

We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Health & Wellness

• Three comprehensive medical plan options
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Wellness Clinic

Financial Protection

• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship Disclosure:

The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.