Yard Jockey/Forklift Operator Hybrid -1st Shift -7am to 3:30pm, Mon - Fri

Warehouse•Greenfield, IN

About The Position

To safely and efficiently transport trailers from yard to dock and dock to yard. Use of power equipment to load and unload product. Safely unload, load, transport, locate, stack, and count product.

Requirements

Ability to maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) as needed.
Willingness to drive a Class A tractor trailer on commercial routes within our operating area.
A solid knowledge of all safety and regulatory requirements of operating a Class 8, commercial vehicle.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with Shippers and Consignees, so that they believe, that they are our most important customer.
Must be able to lift 50lbs, climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers, secure trailer loads, sit or stand for long periods of time.
Ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
Ability to use handheld RF Scan Device.
Must be able to twist, stoop, squat and reach above shoulder level.
Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment.
A solid knowledge of DOT regulations and the ability to abide by such regulations 100% of the time
Ability to understand and follow Allen Distribution policies and procedures 100% of the time.
Reports immediately to Dispatch and/or management any unsafe acts or equipment that may cause injury or damage to others.
Follow established Dock Safety policy.
Report all equipment malfunctions to manager and/or maintenance immediately.
Follow safety and security policies and SOPs.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently transport trailers from yard to dock and dock to yard.
Use of power equipment to load and unload product.
Safely unload, load, transport, locate, stack, and count product.
Communicate effectively with customers as required. Communications will be professional at all times.
Able to resolve issues promptly and/or request assistance from Dispatch and/or management as needed.
Ability to read and understand work instructions from dispatch or shipping office personnel.
Ability to work and understand electronic communication including but not limited to in cab communication, smart sheet trailer moves, and e-logs.
Understand regional geography, reading maps, following directions and making effective and efficient travel route decisions.
Meet established productivity standards specific to the account.
Understand the stocking strategy (location of product) of the operations building you are assigned.
Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
Ability to perform an effective pre or post trip inspections, communicate findings to Dispatch or Maintenance teams for effective resolution.
Maintain truck’s inside appearance, removal of trash, etc.
Complete lift inspection (electronic/paper) prior to operation.
Ensure assigned loads are picked up and delivered as scheduled and/or required by customer or shipping office.
Ability to communicate immediately to Dispatch scheduled delivery time is at risk.
Ability to communicate any service non-conformance to Dispatch.
Ability to prioritize trailer move requests and communicate any and all issues to Dispatch / shipping office.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are error and damage free.
Ensure that product is scanned properly and matches the Item code on the product, pick lists, stocking lists, and physical product.
Complete all Inbound and Outbound paper work accurately and completely.
Report all product damage to your supervisor/manager.
Follow our Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and specific customer work instructions.
Maintain inventory accuracy and report all inventory discrepancy to supervisor/manager.
Communicates with Dispatch / shipping office when loads are complete and ready for next assignment.
Communicates with Dispatch / shipping office prior to end of day, if anything else is required.
Provide cross-over to shift counterpart if applicable.
Stays on schedule throughout the day, taking required breaks, but no excessive breaks or time from scheduled travel between buildings.
Communicates their recommendations for improvements in all areas of responsibility.
Knowledge of multiple accounts and/or job functions within given operation.