Yard Jockey

YORK CONTAINER CO•Springettsbury Township, PA

1h•Onsite

About The Position

York Container is an industry leader in the manufacture of performance-based brown box, multi-color display-ready and e-commerce corrugated packaging to some of the most well-known names in the consumer products world. We are in search of highly-motivated, self-driven Yard Jockey to join our successful teams! HEALTHCARE BENEFITS START AFTER 30 DAYS! Job Summary: The Yard Jockey is required to keep the flow of material moving from the plant to the warehouse and the drop yards in a timely fashion. The yard jockey needs to be aware of where trailers are located throughout the campus at all times and is responsible to observe drop trailers for any evidence of tampering.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
CDL Class A License
Valid Medical Card
High degree of attention and considerable dexterity in the control of company equipment and in the prevention of damage to materials and equipment
Pass substance abuse screening according to company policy
Successfully pass a Criminal History Records Check
Employees are expected to follow all facility safety guidelines that include adhering to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Food Safety as outlined during their training.

Nice To Haves

Preferred prior work experience in the corrugated industry
Experience with tractor trailers and light maintenance.

Responsibilities

Make an accurate account of all equipment on premises.
Report equipment maintenance including mud flap, door roller/hinge sheet metal, lights and wiring repair, and bulkhead repair and replacement.
Communicate with Shipping Coordinator and management about defective equipment
Work in a safe and effective manner.
Report any accidents, incidents or near misses promptly to direct supervisor
Correctly assess and confirm safe operational condition of vehicles and/or equipment before and after use.
Ensure vehicles and/or equipment and seal inspections are conducted
Work with dispatch and warehouse staff regarding communicating, sequencing and movement coordination.
Safely operate material handling equipment to load and unload materials
Ensure proper closure of the trailers as necessary
Maintain a clean work environment
Clean snow off trailer roofs when necessary
Check loads before dropping in the yard.
Operate Generator and snow blower in inclement weather.
exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers
maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
demonstrate a positive attitude
communicate effectively with co-workers and clients
work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail
maintain good attendance by working when and where directed
work safely in compliance with all safety policies
respect the work environment and keep it as neat and clean as possible
exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible
perform such other duties and functions as required and assigned from time to time