Yard Jockey/Forklift Operator -1st Shift (5:00 am - 1:30pm)

ALLEN DISTRIBUTION

24d•$23 - $24

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. Values and Business Practices Safety First – We value our integrity while operating safely within the confines of all federal, state, local and company policies We deliver on our commitments to our customers always with a positive attitude We treat everybody with respect and dignity We operate with high business ethics We are a good corporate citizen We value our professional relationships on all levels We strive to have a “Continuous Improvement Culture” Our expectation is that all employees, customers and vendors will perform in a manner that will ensure long term success.

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.

Responsibilities

Transport trailers from yard to dock and dock to yard.
Use power equipment to load and unload product.
Safely unload, load, transport, locate, stack, and count product.
Follow DOT regulations
Follow Allen Distribution policies and procedures
Report unsafe acts or equipment
Follow established Dock Safety policy
Report equipment malfunctions
Follow safety and security policies and SOPs
Communicate effectively with customers
Resolve issues promptly
Read and understand work instructions
Understand electronic communication
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.
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.
Communicate immediately to Dispatch scheduled delivery time is at risk.
Communicate any service non-conformance to Dispatch.
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.