Freight Truck Spotter w/CDL

McKee Foods•Collegedale, TN

2d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

McKee Foods is seeking a Freight Truck Spotter w/CDL to join our Shipping team. The Freight Truck Spotter w/CDL is responsible for maneuvering empty trailers into shipping docks and pulling loaded trailers away from docks. This role ensures safe and efficient transport of trailers between Collegedale locations, maintaining a clean and organized work environment, and ensuring that loads are properly secured for transport.

Requirements

Class-A Commercial Driver’s License
Must have or be able to obtain a McKee Foods Lift Truck Operator (LTO) license
Willingness and proven ability to be flexible and perform various tasks and functions as needed
Self-motivated with a high degree of initiative and ability to work without direct supervision, independently and as a team
Basic math skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate (both written and oral), work with management, co-workers and other departments and customers
Demonstrated attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy
Must be able to repeatedly lift and/or move 50 lbs.
Demonstrated ability to determine cause and effect; good trouble shooting skills
Good work, safety, and attendance records; knowledge of and adherence to company policies, personal safety, food safety, product purity, and departmental procedures
Willingness and ability to accept and implement change and train others
Willingness and ability to work additional hours and days as needed
Must be willing and able to work outdoors and inside buildings throughout the year, in all temperature ranges and all weather conditions

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of McKee Foods and OSHA safety regulations
Previous McKee Foods spotter driving experience
Previous LTO driving experience
Previous warehouse, shipping, and/or receiving experience
Knowledge of Warehouse Management System Inventory software
Knowledge of Dock Management System

Responsibilities

Operate the Spotter Tractor to shuttle both loaded and empty trailers between all Collegedale locations.
Spot trailers at the docks as needed using the Spotter Tractor.
Operate Auto Trailer and Auto Dock systems.
Inspect and verify load weight distribution for safe transport.
Install protective devices, such as braces and strapping, to secure loads and prevent shifting during transit.
Hand stack cases and reorganize loads as necessary to ensure safety of the load and product.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment, minimizing waste.
Keep the trailer yard neat and orderly and perform periodic trailer lot inventories.
Proficiently utilize the Yard Management System (YMS) software on the Spotter Tractor tablet.
Operate forklifts to load and unload materials onto or from trailers, racks, pallets, conveyors, and float boards.
Perform and document routine safety inspections and general maintenance on the Spotter Tractor, including checking fluid levels, tire condition and pressure, lights, and general tractor and trailer functionality.
Submit repair work orders as needed.