Driver, Milk Logistics - Night Shift

SHIFT:  

• 12hr Night Shift, 3:15pm to 3:15am
• Subject to change according to business needs to accommodate our 24/7 operation.

BENEFITS:

• Excellent benefits package available: 401k, medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and AD&D, FSA, vacation, PTO, and holiday pay.
• Subject to applicable eligibility and waiting periods.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Idaho Milk Products fully manages its own milk hauling requirements and other logistical needs.  As a licensed bulk milk hauler, this position will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and accurate collection of raw milk from our owner’s dairies.  This entails sampling and loading the milk at the dairy, driving the milk to the plant, and unloading and washing at the plant.  The Milk Logistics function is made up of a team of approximately 40 people.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Best in class customer service as an ambassador for Idaho Milk Products in the field.
• Collects milk from patron dairies and deliver to our processing plant in Jerome and other processing plants around the Magic Valley as business needs require.
• Loads and unloads trailers.
• Accurately and legibly fill out manifests, barn cards, and other required paperwork.
• Cleaning both the inside and outside of the truck and trailer.
• Accurately measures and sample milk.
• Maintains all equipment properly.
• Ensures duties are carried out within USDA and DOT guidelines.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices and procedures.
• Reports all unsafe activities to Safety Coordinator and/or Supervisor.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections.
• GMPs, Sanitation requirements, and performance measures are tracked and met.
• Supports and encourages greater employee teamwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION SPECIFICATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

Required Education, Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work-related experience.
• Clean Driving Record. 
• Good communication and interaction skills.
• General knowledge of commercial driving related best practice efficiencies.
• Good track record of teamwork, safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Preferred: Education, Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

• Class A CDL, with Tanker Endorsement and Bulk Haulers License.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA and USDA organizations and their reporting and compliance requirements.
• General knowledge of producing and processing operations, preferably within the dairy industry.  
• Knowledge of the proper use of all cleaning chemicals.
• Have and maintain DOT Medical Card. 
• 3 years of relevant transportation experience (milk hauling).

Skills:

• Demonstrated initiative, ability to follow instructions and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Able to work in teams effectively and encourage a positive work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts, accept and embrace change, and be an active member of operating the department.
• Sound communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure all documentation is timely, accurate, and complete.
• Completes pre-operational checks on all equipment before starting a process.
• Effectively interacts with individuals, teams, supervisor, management, and outside stakeholders.
• Effective decision-making skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Accuracy and attention to details in daily activities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Effective prioritizing and time management skills.
• Demonstrates sound work ethics.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to operate (or learn to operate) necessary equipment.
• Must be dependable and trustworthy.
• Ability to organize and follow instructions.

Physical Requirements:

• Excessive ascending and/or descending of ladders and stairs using feet and legs and/or hands and arms on a regular basis. Body agility is emphasized.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, on a regular basis throughout shift.
• Repetitive motions: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time on concrete.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist on a regular basis.
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outwards.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees occasionally.
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Lifting: Able to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis, up to 65lbs occasionally. 
• Sitting for extended periods of time. 
• Subject to environmental conditions both heat (above 90 degrees) and cold (below freezing): Activities occur inside and outside.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.  Includes activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.

To apply for this position please visit our website at www.idahomilkproducts.com and click the JOIN OUR TEAM link in the top right-hand corner.