About this role
Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno.
Wells Enterprises is a 2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across 4 production plants and 2 main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams.
As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment.
At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition. Learn more at www.wellsenterprisesinc.com.
What We Offer
At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance. Learn more about our benefits here.
Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company) Functional Area: Supply Chain and Logistics $10,000 Hiring Bonus! The Role Responsible for the safe and efficient transport of empty and loaded dry vans, refrigerated trailers, and tankers within the city limits of Le Mars, IA to support the Wells Enterprises production plan. What You’ll Do
• Maintain all DOT Federal and State qualifications and regulations while moving transport equipment between production facilities and/or third-party warehouses. • Ensure shag truck and trailers are kept in safe working order by conducting required pre-trip inspections and washing the shag truck and trailers as needed. • Responsible for the safety and security of company equipment as well as all ingredient and packaging raw materials loaded on this equipment to support the production plan. • Communicates with third party warehouse personnel and Wells Enterprises warehouse/plant personnel to indicate when/where trailers are located. • Records all trailer movements. • Records all shag truck and trailer mileage on a scheduled basis. • On occasion, serves as backup to Transport Driver position when needed. Pay: Starting rate of $30.59/hr with pay increases at 3 months and 6 months. Top rate of pay at 6 months is $31.56/hr. Night shift will receive an additional $1.50/hr for night shift differential. Approximate shift start time between 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM. Normal shift lengths of 10-12 hours. #IND123
What You’ll Bring
• High school diploma. • Must hold or be able to acquire a Class A CDL (Commercial Driver License) with AIRBRAKE and Tanker Endorsement within 90 days of employment. • Minimum of 2 years verifiable tractor/trailer safe driving experience. • Knowledge of DOT Regulations. If you meet these requirements and are interested in this position, to be considered for an interview you must complete an online application at www.wellscareers.com. Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis