YARD TRUCK OPERATOR at Kent Nutrition Group in Richford, Vermont

Job Description:

Looking to join a five-time US Best Managed Company?! KENT® Nutrition Group (KNG), a member of the KENT Corporation family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as a Yard Truck Operator at our Richford, VT plant! 

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Richford, VT. 

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observe and enforce all company policies & procedures.


• Operate fork truck.


• Operate Yard Truck in a safe and efficient manner for the purpose of moving 53’ and 48’ trailers to and from the appropriate loading dock.


• Place airline locks and wheel chocks on trailers that have been placed for loading.


• Perform preventive maintenance checks on Yard Truck.


• Keep trailer yard neat and orderly.


• Keep exterior of loading docks clean and free of spilled grain and debris.


• Remove snow from trailer yard and dock areas using a Front End Loader.


• Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.


• Good communication, verbal, written and math skills.


• Work and cooperate with all fellow employees.


• Thorough understanding of cGMP’s.


• Knowledge of HACCP Feed & Food Safety Plan.


• Knowledge of FSMA.


• Other duties as assigned by plant management.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commercial driver’s license a plus but not required.


• Basic computer knowledge.


• Able to effectively communication with customers, co-workers and customers.


• Truck and heavy equipment operation a plus.


• Ability to work in dust and adverse weather conditions and temperatures.


• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.


• Ability to lift a minimum of 55 lbs from floor to working height as job requires.

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