Live Haul Driver/Coordinator - Nights

Pilgrim's • Arcadia, WI

1d • $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Description About Pilgrim’s Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and value-added premium 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. It’s our passion for excellence that continues to drive us to be the best, and we seek opportunities to diversify and grow. Pilgrim’s Arcadia Location While Pilgrim’s is a global company, we offer a hometown feel within our complex located in Arcadia, WI. Pilgrim’s works with 150 local growers. We employ approximately 500 team members at our complex. We give you the tools you need to discover your perfect career match, and the freedom and support to take your career to the next level. It is our goal to be your employer of choice and provide you with the opportunity for a better future! Pilgrim’s wants YOU to join our Team as a Live Haul Driver/Coordinator ! This position starts at $30.66/hour plus $1.50/hour Shift Differential. We are offering a $6000 Ne Hire Bonus! Benefits include: 5 Days of Vacation, after 60 days of employment 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 At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always. POSITION SUMMARY: The Live Haul Driver/Coordinator position is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of trucks and forklifts for the Live Haul Department. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned Operates Live Haul trucks in a safe and efficient manner. Operates Forklifts at contract grower locations in a safe and efficient manner. Performs equipment inspections in accordance with company guidelines and equipment operating instructions. Reports all problems to the Supervisor. Performs minor maintenance on equipment as directed. Loads trucks as required. Tarps truck according to established guidelines during periods of inclement weather. Assists with monitoring barn conditions, ventilation, and bird conditions during catching and reports problem areas to the Supervisor. EXPECTATIONS – all Team Members Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies. Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams. Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of driving and traffic rules.
• Appropriate skill to drive a truck safely.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others in a manner that maintains harmony with co-workers
• Ability to read, write and speak English, for recordkeeping purposes.
• Ability to pass English assessment.
• Considerable ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Considerable ability to work under dusty adverse conditions.
• Valid Class A Driver’s License and acceptable driving record according to Company Policy 622 required, (Possession of single, valid operator’s license with appropriate vehicle classification for operators state of residence; no incident in prior 36 months in which the driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol or non-prescription drugs; no incident in prior 36 months of reckless/careless driving; no major driving violations), for Lockout/Tagout safety as well as other company safety programs and policies.
• Or willing to obtain Class A CDL.
• Valid Pilgrim’s Forklift license or ability to obtain license within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Operates Live Haul trucks in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operates Forklifts at contract grower locations in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs equipment inspections in accordance with company guidelines and equipment operating instructions.
• Reports all problems to the Supervisor.
• Performs minor maintenance on equipment as directed.
• Loads trucks as required.
• Tarps truck according to established guidelines during periods of inclement weather.
• Assists with monitoring barn conditions, ventilation, and bird conditions during catching and reports problem areas to the Supervisor.
• Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
• Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
• Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.

Benefits

• 5 Days of Vacation, after 60 days of employment
• 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed