Feed Mill Driver - Afternoons

Pilgrim's • Arcadia, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products. As one of the world’s largest poultry producers, Pilgrim’s has provided wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades. The Arcadia, WI complex works with 150 local growers and employs approximately 500 team members. Pilgrim’s offers tools and support for career growth, aiming to be an employer of choice. The Feed Mill Driver is responsible for transporting feed to various locations throughout the complex.

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL with acceptable driving record per Company Policy required.
• Working knowledge of driving and traffic rules.
• Ability to climb 25 feet high structures.
• At least one year driving experience; GVW over 26,000 pounds.
• High School diploma or GED or related experience and/or training.
• Basic math skills required.
• Ability to read and write effectively.

Responsibilities

• Drives feed delivery with semi-tractor to deliver feed to grower barns in an economical fashion averaging approximately 165 miles per day.
• Conducts pre-trip inspections in accordance with divisional guidelines and DOT requirements.
• Loads truck in a manner that ensures the quality and integrity of the feed.
• Obtains representative’s sample of feed delivered to each grower.
• Unloads feed into proper bin(s) at grower location ensuring integrity is maintained.
• Communicates written and verbally with associates, maintenance (as growers as necessary) relevant information such as tank levels, conditions, etc.
• Operates and maintains equipment in a safe manner and keeps truck and work areas neat, clean, and orderly.
• Picks up loads of feed from grower barns that is left over at the end of the flock as directed.
• Cleans Pellet Mill Particle Separators (Pollution Control Device) on a weekly basis.
• Follows housekeeping schedule for the Feed Mill being responsible for keeping assigned areas clean.
• Uses blow down techniques using required PPE.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and the leadership team.
• Responsible for additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Observes & enforces all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
• Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks.
• Consistently practices, and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization.

Benefits

• Starts at $27.20/hour plus $1.00/hour Shift Differential
• 80 hours of Vacation
• Benefits at 60 days of employment
• 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
• 70% off quality Pilgrim’s poultry products
• Training provided with a trainer/mentor
• Advancement opportunities
• Better Futures Program – 2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
• Opportunity to grow your career through our Supervisor Development Program or Management Trainee Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED