Yard Jockey

5 days ago


Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, United States Kalmbach Feeds Inc Full time
Job Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Yard Jockey to join our team at Kalmbach Feeds Inc. As a Yard Jockey, you will be responsible for moving trucks and trailers between multiple facilities for loading and unloading products. This is a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Move van trailers between facilities – often requires drop and hook.
  • Move bulk feed trailers and straight trucks to scale and load bulk feed at multiple facilities.
  • Move ingredient hopper trailers to load and unload products at multiple facilities.
  • Move liquid tankers and air can trailers between facilities to load and unload ingredients.
  • Take samples of product from the trailer bins for QA records.
  • Perform specific QA testing of product and log results.
  • Communicate with the plant to coordinate loading of product on the trailer.
  • Open and close bin lids on the trailer.

Requirements:

  • Able to drive a manual transmission.
  • Comfortable backing trailers.
  • Possess DOT knowledge of trucks and trailers.
  • Available to work nights, week-ends and overtime.
  • Able to meet tight schedules and handle multiple assignments.
  • Knowledgeable with disconnecting lines, general fifth wheel operation, and trailer landing gear.
  • Able to lift 50 lbs. on a consistent basis.
  • Have a high school diploma/GED.

About the Team:

At Kalmbach Feeds Inc, our team is dedicated to providing professional, knowledgeable, efficient, and honest service. We strive to carry out our core values in every area of our business, including treating people with respect and dignity, owning quality every time, working hard to WIN as a team, and going the extra mile to delight our customers.

About the Company:

Kalmbach Feeds Inc was founded in 1963 with a vision to develop the finest nutritional products and service, providing customers with the best possible value. We have a strong reputation for quality and integrity within the animal nutrition industry.

What You Will Enjoy:

  • Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance plans.
  • Competitive compensation.
  • 401K with company match.
  • 3 weeks paid time off in first year.
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability.
  • Medical Reimbursement Plan.
  • Access to company condo in Fort Myers, FL.

Kalmbach Feeds Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each applicant for employment is considered solely on the basis of job qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.


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