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A Yard Truck Driver drives trucks within a specific, small environment such as a factory yard or a rail yard. Often requires more experience due to tight spaces. May require forklift experience.
$31,316 / year median in Louisiana
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Essential Functions Interpret, communicate and execute daily loading schedule Safely, accurately and efficiently prepare load vans, Hopper trucks and cars to goal weights and distributions while properly installing load locks Identify bulk tank loading spouts and strapping locations accurately Document with accuracy loading paperwork, check sheets and strapped bulk tanks Safely operate a forklift/tractor to transport materials for packaging and shipping Engage in highly repetitive task of stacking 50# bags containing carbon black on the lazy susan (est. repetition 850 - 1700 bags per day) Inspect for and report issues with Hopper cars and trucks Identify and flag all off-weight bags to ensure accuracy in order fulfillment (FIBC and 50#) Execute all ISO duties as required by the supervisor and department Safely operate yard truck to move trailers around the plant location as a result of operational/distribution need (may require current CDL license and is determined based on plant management discretion) Actively participate in safety inspections of equipment and process efficiencies to ensure routine operations may continue and department functionality is optimal Required Education and Experience High School Diploma or GED Ability to read, interpret and understand safety manuals, policies and procedures Excellent communication skills to relay shipping instructions to team members Desire for excellence with respect to efficiencies and results Preferred Education and Experience 0-1 year experience in a manufacturing environment 0-1 year of Forklift experience Strong mechanical and operational aptitude in a manufacturing environment CDL driver's license This position involves safety-sensitive job duties. It is the policy of Tokai Carbon CB Ltd to utilize its best faith efforts to promote equal employment opportunity in employment through a continuing program of practices designed to attain the realization of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.