2nd Shift Yard Driver Operator DB01- Fayetteville Complex

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Fayetteville, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating trucks and moving trailers in and out of loading areas while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. The primary responsibility is all trailer movement on a given shift. The role ensures that trailers are placed at proper dock doors and pulled away from loading docks when completed, following established procedures and SOPs. The Yard Driver Operator also ensures dock locks and/or wheel chocks are in place to secure trailer safety, coordinates trailer movement with the Shipping Lead or Supervisor, and maintains the integrity of the trailer parking area. Additionally, the role involves maintaining the tractor's appearance, ensuring adequate fuel levels, and verifying that all trailer doors are closed and sealed properly. The position may also require operating a forklift, performing shipping forklift operator responsibilities, and separating and loading pallets as needed. Communication with supervisors and leads regarding issues requiring management attention is essential, as is maintaining an organized, clean, and clutter-free work area. The role requires the ability to use and troubleshoot LPN/Bar Code handheld devices and PC-based applications for product labeling. Adherence to all safety policies and company procedures is mandatory, along with working effectively as a team member.

Requirements

Must be able to drive and operate a tractor trailer
Must have shipping experience.
Must be a licensed forklift operator.
Must be able to fill out all required Shipping paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
Communicate effectively, both written and orally, with production and QA on a regular basis.
Be able to perform all jobs in shipping.
Must be able to perform data entry into the computer-based shipping system as well as the use and operation of the bar code system.
Must be able to perform essential functions of job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must have completed 90-day probationary period to apply.
Must have a satisfactory attendance record of 3 points or less.
Must not have received a written warning/suspension in the last 6 months.

Nice To Haves

Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.
If a job posting fails to produce any qualified candidates, the company may assign the position to a qualified probationary Team Member or recruit from the outside.
If a non-probationary period team member is not selected, probationary team members will be considered.

Responsibilities

Ensure that trailers are placed at proper dock doors and trailers are pulled away from loading dock when completed.
Follows procedures and SOPs established in Shipping Manual.
Primary responsibility is all trailer movement on a given shift.
Ensure dock locks and/or wheel chocks are in place to secure trailer safety.
Coordinates trailer movement with Shipping Lead or Shipping Supervisor to serve as a spotter as needed.
Removes trailers from dock doors upon completion.
Maintains integrity of trailer parking area.
Maintains tractor appearance upkeep (inside and out).
Ensures adequate fuel levels in trailers.
Ensures all trailer doors are closed and sealed properly.
Operates forklift as needed.
Performs Shipping forklift operator responsibilities as needed.
Separates and load pallets as needed.
Responsible for communicating with supervisor and/or lead issues which require attention from management.
Responsible for keeping work area and station organized, clean and free of unnecessary clutter.
Responsible for being able to use and troubleshoot all LPN / Bar Code handheld devices and PC based applications for product labeling per the established procedures.
Must adhere to all safety policies and operate equipment in a safe manner always keeping in mind your own safety as well as other team members.
Abide by all company policies / procedures, written or verbal.
Work as a team member toward task accomplishments.
Performs all other duties as assigned.