Drives gasoline or diesel-powered tractor-trailer combination to move trailers within yard to/from assigned dock-door and to/from assigned parking slot. Verifies equipment condition, equipment number, seal number, and door/slot number when moving trailer. Makes report of overages, shortages and breakage/damage. Insures cargo and equipment is secure prior to moving to prevent injury, shifting of product and equipment damage. Ensures trailer movement records are maintained in the Warehouse Management System.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
Secures and moves trailers between dock doors and yard parking slots in accordance with the schedule as determined by the shipping office, lead, and/or supervisor.
Verifies condition of and markings on trailer, as well as seal numbers.
Safety - inspects truck equipment and supplies, such as: tires, lights, breaks, fuel, oil, and water. Ensures equipment is not driven off the property. A towing company must take the equipment to any off-site service for repairs that cannot be performed on property.
Maintains records related to hour usage, equipment inspection sheets, maintenance records, and trailer movement reports.
When trailer movement not required, will be assigned to one of the following:
Perform duties of an MH III inside warehouse
Perform bay maintenance
Perform pallet inventory
Warehouse sanitation / housekeeping duties
Key Results:
Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model for operational efficiency to improve business process, increase proficiency and increase efficiency through waste elimination.
Apply the 5S Lean methodology to sustain a safe, clean and orderly facility.
Position requires the incumbent's performance to meet and occasionally exceed standards as set by the company for warehouse safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity and customer service.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications:
Be at least 24 years of age
Must have at least one (1) year verifiable experience in a commercial vehicle that required backing to a dock
Must have a valid driver's license issued in the state of their current residence
Must be able to meet driving and criminal conviction records requirements as mandated and verified by the APL National Safety Department
Two (2) years Forklift experience - both sit down and stand up, motorized and non motorized pallet jack, clamp, reach, and slip sheet
Two (2) years warehouse or related work experience
Knowledge of inventory control and general warehouse procedures
Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, to interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures
Ability to write legibly
Must have basic math skills
Ability to make decisions on customer acceptance based on past experience and fitness for use
Must have attention to detail for continuous mental and visual attention
Data entry skills
Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner
Solid command of English, both written and verbal
Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Valid Class A or B Driver's License preferred
Spanish speaking a plus
Teamwork - showing a commitment to teamwork and collaboration
Respect - extending dignity and respect to all people
Integrity - fostering trust and a positive work environment
Innovation - bringing creativity to the workplace
Customer Focus - achieving Company, department, and personal goals through a strong customer focus
The hourly wage for this position is $20.75.
Candidates are eligible for the following benefits:
• PTO • 6 days sick time • 8 paid holidays • 1 paid "Personal Holiday" • Company Bonus Plan • 401(K) SAVE Plan • Annual Fixed Contribution • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life & Disability coverage • Voluntary Benefits • Accident/Critical Illness/Hospital Indemnity Benefits • Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer funding and wellness incentives • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) • Employee Referral Program
