Shuttle Driver

Amcor•Aurora, OH

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shuttle Driver is responsible for transporting goods and freight from one location to another using a truck or tractor-trailer. This role involves ensuring the safety and functionality of the vehicle through pre/post trip inspections, securing loads, reviewing Bills of Lading (BOL) for accuracy, and maintaining signed Proofs of Delivery (POD). The driver will also be responsible for contacting the maintenance team and repair hotlines when needed, scheduling preventative maintenance, and reporting safety incidents immediately. Key duties include on-time pick-up and delivery, compliance with all traffic laws and FMCSR regulations, monitoring weather and road conditions, managing cargo securement, submitting fuel receipts, and communicating professionally with various stakeholders. The role also requires operating vehicle equipment such as the 5th wheel release and tandem axle releases, adjusting trailer pin height, and adapting to changing road and traffic conditions. Weekend work may be required, along with any additional duties assigned by leadership. Loading and unloading trailers, picking/packing materials for shipping, and safely utilizing powered equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) upon certification are also part of the responsibilities. The driver will use the company's WMS (MII) for inventory management and trailer loading/unloading, perform cycle counts and physical inventories, assist with breaking down gaylords, and support other drivers/material handlers as needed. Shuttle equipment to and from repair locations, chain tires during inclement weather, and maintain vehicle cleanliness are also expected. Yard checks may be requested by leadership.

Requirements

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers.
Moderate organizational skills including the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to read Standard English text for requirements on pack list.
Communicate with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
Perform effectively in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands.
Able to use simple math to add, subtract, multiply, and divide to determine material calculations.
Make appropriate job decisions following standard policies and past precedents.
Verbal communication adequate to use a radio and or paging system to contact other coworkers in other areas of the complex.
Recognize an emergency situation and take appropriate action.
Ability to stand and walk as required during a 12 hour shift.
Hearing sufficient to recognize and respond to shouted warnings, alarms, and horns on forklifts.
Able to frequently lift, push, and pull loads of no more than 35 lbs. without the use of an assisting device.
Ability to safely operate a fork-lift in high traffic, low clearance areas while not posing a safety risk to others.
Able to climb ladders and steps safely without assistance.
Must not be at risk of sudden alterations in consciousness.
Possess a valid Class A CDL.
Required 1 year of verifiable comparable driving experience within the last 3 years to include pulling 53ft trailers.
Meet the physical qualifications and examination under 391.41 DOT reg.
Ability to use TMS and WMS systems.

Nice To Haves

Upon certification at Company, safely utilize powered equipment (reach truck/fork truck/pallet jack.etc) per facility rules and regulations
Do not use power equipment in a facility until certified at that specific location

Responsibilities

Transport goods and freight from one location to another using a truck or tractor-trailer.
Complete a pre/post trip inspection on tractor and trailer before and after each trip to ensure safety and functionality.
Inspect load to ensure cargo is properly loaded and secured; if not properly secured, notify dispatch and use straps/load locks for securement.
Review BOL for accuracy and maintain signed POD for submission to shipping coordinators.
Contact maintenance team and Penske repair hotline when repairs/inspections/certifications are needed for tractor or trailer.
Schedule preventative maintenance and repairs with local Lease provider (Penske/Ryder).
Contact safety and dispatch immediately after a safety incident.
Ensure on-time pick-up and delivery from consignee.
Comply with all traffic laws and FMCSR regulations, including hours of service restrictions.
Monitor weather and road conditions to adjust driving accordingly.
Manage cargo securement and load distribution to prevent damage or accidents.
Submit daily fuel receipts.
Communicate professionally with safety department, Company Leadership/associates, other motorists, shippers, receivers, law enforcement personnel, and DOT officers.
Operate vehicle equipment such as 5th wheel release, tandem axle releases, and trailer doors.
Adjust trailer pin height or operate hydraulic 5th wheel for proper trailer positioning.
Adapt quickly according to road conditions, environment, traffic patterns, weather conditions, and the demands of the job.
Work weekends as needed.
Perform any additional duties as assigned by leadership.
Load and unload trailers (hand/fork truck/pallet jack).
Pick/Pack materials for shipping.
Safely utilize powered equipment (reach truck/fork truck/pallet jack, etc.) upon certification per facility rules and regulations.
Utilize company WMS (MII) to manage inventory and trailer loading/unloading.
Maintain accurate inventory counts.
Perform cycle counts and physical inventories when bin is filled completed or emptied.
Assist in breaking down empty gaylords as required.
Assist other drivers/material handlers as assigned by leadership.
Shuttle equipment to and from repair location as required.
Open doors utilizing Trailer door strap.
Chain tires due to inclement weather (Follow state regulations).
Maintain vehicle cleanliness process per Maintenance processes.
Complete yard checks as requested by leadership.
Responsible for maintaining a safe and friendly work environment.
Perform other functions as necessary or as assigned.
Assist in warehouse cleaning.
Report damages and unsafe conditions.
Assist other Material Handlers as needed or directed by Warehouse Manager.
Be actively engaged in safety and quality programs.
Identify and report safety concerns.
Responsible for the safety of yourself, your co-workers, and environment.
Maintain a current non-expired Class A CDL/Valid DOT Medical Cert.
Attend all operational/safety meetings as requested by leadership.
Perform pre-shift inspection of forklift.
Move product from trailers into WH utilizing forklift.
Perform regular short hauls of finished goods to/from warehouse and customer.
Validate inventory in trailers.
Assist with WH consolidation as needed.
Perform post shift inspection of forklift.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans
Paid time off, starting at 40 hours per year for full-time hourly employees, may vary by location
Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
Wellbeing programs & Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
Discretionary bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)