Yard Driver (U) - 3rd Shift

Voyant Beauty•Elkhart, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Voyant Beauty is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of beauty, personal, and home care products. We work with various brands, retailers, and businesses to create customer formulations and products tailored to their needs. This can include skincare, haircare, bath and body products, fragrances, and more. Essentially, Voyant Beauty serves as a one-stop-shop for companies looking to bring their beauty and personal care product ideas to life. Safety is a core value at Voyant Beauty. We prioritize the well-being of our team members, ensuring a safe and secure environment where everyone can thrive and excel. The Yard Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers within Voyant property to support shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations. This role ensures timely positioning ("spotting") of trailers at docks, adheres to safety and compliance standards, and may provide support to warehouse operations as needed. The Yard Driver plays a critical role in maintaining an organized and efficient yard environment and reports directly to the Warehouse Manager and/or Warehouse Supervisor. This position requires a valid driver's license and strict adherence to company safety and conduct protocols.

Requirements

Valid state-issued driver’s license (Required)
Safe operation of yard tractor and trailer handling (High proficiency)
Knowledge of warehouse safety standards (on-property) (High proficiency)
Awareness of trailer placement and dock operations (High proficiency)
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment (High proficiency)
Ability to identify and report mechanical or safety issues (Medium proficiency)
Clear verbal communication and reporting skills (Medium proficiency)
Familiarity with yard or warehouse documentation practices (Medium proficiency)
Basic loading and unloading procedures (Low proficiency)

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
less than 1 year in a yard driver or similar position
less than 1 year familiarity with warehouse and trailer operations
less than 1 year prior experience operating yard tractors or spotting equipment

Responsibilities

Safely move and “spot” drop trailers, including shuttle and carrier trailers, to designated docks for shipping or receiving.
Operate yard tractor to reposition trailers around the property without leaving Voyant premises.
Perform routine trailer inspections and immediately report any unsafe or non-compliant conditions to a supervisor.
Ensure compliance with company policies, including Standard Operating, Procedure Driver Code of Conduct and recordkeeping requirements.
Support yard organization and help maintain clear trailer placement and dock access.
Perform basic yard housekeeping to ensure safe and accessible areas around trailer lots.
Assist with inventory movements, yard audits, and documentation as needed.
Follow instructions from supervisors and communicate any delays, hazards, or incidents promptly.
Participate in safety meetings or required training sessions.
May be asked to perform additional duties as assigned based on business needs.
Some duties may vary slightly by location.