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Allen Distribution · 7 hours ago

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

Greenfield, IN

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

Allen Distribution is a company focused on operational efficiency and safety. They are seeking a Yard Jockey/Forklift Operator Hybrid to safely transport trailers, load and unload products, and maintain high standards of safety and compliance in their operations.

LogisticsTransportation

Responsibilities

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

Works the hours needed to support the business goals (including overtime, weekends and holidays). Remains open-minded, performs a wide variety of job tasks, transitions from task to task effectively (multi-task)

Always present and punctual; arrives prepared for work. Completes work in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. Plan and schedule your time off in advance with your supervisor or manager. Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points

Maintains a “Whatever it Takes” attitude. Lives by company stated values and inspires others

Approaches new tasks with an interest to learn. Has the ability to learn techniques as job task requirements change

Seeks out additional work when job tasks are completed. Goes above and beyond required tasks. Participate in department meetings. Display pride in your assigned truck and related equipment, is on time for loading and delivery appointments. Secures cargo appropriately to protect from damage and theft

Maintains high standards and safety despite pressing deadlines

Follows all written and verbal instructions provided by management, Fleet Dispatch Manager, Driver Manager and Load Planner, etc

Shares all information in a professional and factual manner ensuring the best decisions are made for the company. Report all issues to your manager/supervisor

Maintains an appropriate appearance and dresses in accordance with the established dress code guidelines to your respective position

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

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

Qualification

Class A CDLForklift licenseDOT regulations knowledgeRF Scan DeviceElectronic communicationSafety awarenessCommunication skillsReliabilityFlexibilityInitiative

Required

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

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