About this role
Job Summary
This position is responsible for safely operating a yard switcher to move trailers to and from loading docks and designated yard locations.
Job Responsibilities
• Use an 18-wheeler cab to move dressed axle front & rear products • Read and understand the schedule and have trucks moved to satisfy customer's delivery requirements • Following all site safety rules and safe operating practices • Adhering to all work instructions and completing all quality checks as defined in the control plans • Report all accidents and near miss incidents immediately • Maintain excellent housekeeping at all times • Job function may include jobs associated with minor maintenance and material handling of front and rear axles • Be an effective team member and help other operators within the Team when needed. Working as a team member is essential to the successful operation of the Team • Material Switchers may be asked to perform more than one function per day to assist material flow • Must be able to work required overtime as scheduled • Job function may require candidate to train new employees • Operators may also be required to run various pneumatic tools and hoists • Operators may be asked to perform more than one function per day to assist with material flow
Qualifications
• Constant standing and movement (bending, stooping, lifting) to perform various functions • Required to move front and rear axles and brake components • Use of overhead hoist or lift truck will be required in making some set ups as well as the use of air tools • Exercise sound judgment in reacting to problems inherent to the process • A High School Diploma or GED certificate is required • Candidate must have at least six months of truck driving experience • Valid Class A CDL License required • Forklift experience required