Shag Truck Driver - 3rd shift, Fri-Sun

Company Description

At Jack Link’s, we feed the journey. We take pride in rolling up our sleeves and getting things done together. Fueled by creativity, passion, and a commitment to doing things the right way, we tackle the hard stuff first and focus on real progress, bold moves, and no excuses. We create opportunities, celebrate wins, own our misses, and push forward as a team, knowing our strength comes from supporting one another and having fun along the way. We cultivate a workplace where passion meets purpose and our Team Members are inspired, recognized, and rewarded for their contributions. 

If you’re ready to make a difference and build something meaningful, we want you! 

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Headquartered in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s is strategically positioned with production, distribution, and support centers in key locations throughout North America, Brazil, Europe, and the Pacific Rim. This global network allows Jack Link's to deliver a wide variety of high-quality, great tasting protein snacks to consumers around the world. The company’s portfolio of brands includes Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s Kitchen®, Wild River®, Golden Island®, Country Fresh Meats®, BiFi®, Peperami® , Mariani and Local Legends Meat Snacks.

We offer:

• Steady, predictable shifts
• A passionate team 
• Strong family values
• Career opportunities with a goal to promote from within  
• Competitive pay including a bonus plan
• Great benefits including a medical plan, dental plan and vision plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Discounted product

Job Description

Hours Friday-Sunday, 6:00 am - 6:30 pm, with a shift differential of $2.50

Jack Links is seeking a Shag Truck Driver to add to our team at the distribution center in Underwood, IA. The Shag Truck Driver plays an essential role within the Jack Links Distribution Center.

This position is responsible for maintaining a smooth and accurate flow of trailers to the docks while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to company policies and procedures. It requires using a shag truck to move semi-trailers and backing them into designated loading docks and parking areas. This position will also assist on the dock, loading, and unloading as needed or as time permits.

The Shag Driver will also keep the drop/staging lot organized, including maintaining a correct inventory within the lot and ensuring all trailers are sealed within the lot. This position will also perform other duties, as directed by leadership, as well as participate in various areas to ensure the overall effective function of the distribution center.

ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

• Maintain required safety and ergonomic processes to ensure a safe working environment and meet the company goal of an injury free workplace.
• Adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to leadership any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety.
• Performs daily maintenance check / equipment inspection of the shag truck as required by USDOT rules and regulations. This involves written documentation that is turned into the supervisor.
• Performs daily yard check as directed for loaded and empty trailers.
• Ensure product is stored at the appropriate temperature following the company’s guidelines.
• Moves/spots all trailers as directed. Must be able to spot the correct trailers in the correct docks.
• Keeps equipment clean and orderly, assisting with general housekeeping to maintain food safety standards.
• Assists on the dock, loading and unloading trailers as time permits.
• Has proficient knowledge of the process to facilitate and assist with the optimal flow in and out of the DC.
• Must be courteous, cooperative, and respectful always. Contact the immediate supervisor to manage any conflicts that may occur.
• Maintain a high focus on providing excellent customer service to our internal and external customers.
• Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision.
• This is a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift dedicated position although flexibility to work all shifts, including weekends, is required when necessary.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Required Experience: