Shag Driver (Local) - Nights

Job Title

Responsible for the safe and efficient transport of empty and loaded dry vans, refrigerated trailers, and tankers within the city limits of Le Mars, IA to support the Wells Enterprises production plan.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Maintain all DOT Federal and State qualifications and regulations while moving transport equipment between production facilities and/or third-party warehouses.
• Ensure shag truck and trailers are kept in safe working order by conducting required pre-trip inspections and washing the shag truck and trailers as needed.
• Responsible for the safety and security of company equipment as well as all ingredient and packaging raw materials loaded on this equipment to support the production plan.
• Communicates with third party warehouse personnel and Wells Enterprises warehouse/plant personnel to indicate when/where trailers are located.
• Records all trailer movements.
• Records all shag truck and trailer mileage on a scheduled basis.
• On occasion, serves as backup to Transport Driver position when needed.

Pay: Starting rate of $30.59/hr with pay increases at 3 months and 6 months. Top rate of pay at 6 months is $31.56/hr. Night shift will receive an additional $1.50/hr for night shift differential.

Approximate shift start time between 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM. Normal shift lengths of 10-12 hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Must hold or be able to acquire a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver License) with AIRBRAKE and Tanker Endorsement within 90 days of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years verifiable tractor/trailer safe driving experience.
• Knowledge of DOT Regulations.

Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis

About Us

Wells Enterprises, Inc. is the largest privately held ice cream manufacturer in the United States. Founded in 1913 by Fred H. Wells and run by the Wells family for generations, the company is an independent operating company of the Ferrero Group, one of the global leaders in sweet, packaged foods.

Wells produces more than 200 million gallons of ice cream per year and distributes products in all 50 states. Wells manufactures its signature brand Blue Bunny®, lower-calorie Halo Top®, the iconic Bomb Pop®, and Blue Ribbon Classics®.

Wells employs nearly 4,000 ice cream aficionados across the country. The company is headquartered in Le Mars, Iowa, where Wells has made Le Mars the "Ice Cream Capital of the World" as the largest manufacturer of ice cream in one location. Wells operates two manufacturing plants in Le Mars, Iowa, a manufacturing plant in Dunkirk, New York, and a manufacturing facility in Henderson, Nevada.

What We Offer

At Wells, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2208902
• Job Category Supply Chain and Logistics
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1191 18th St SW, Le Mars, IA, 51031, US