What are the responsibilities and job description for the Spot Driver - Cushions To Go Plant 1 position at SOUTHERN MOTION INC?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Properly move trailer on and off the docks, as well as maintaining the yard in an orderly manner.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for all trailer moves to and from docks and drop yards.
- Keep the yard orderly.
- Perform basic yard jockey duties including daily yard checks.
- Monitors and ensures that safety chocks are in place for trailers during loading process and removed for return to yard area.
- Operate tractor at safe speed while on yard and shuttling finished goods or raw materials from one location to another.
- Sufficient strength and dexterity to control tractor and hitch full or empty trailer.
- Be physically able to enter/exit vehicle a combined average of 80-100 times within an 8-10 hour shift.
- Be able to withstand changing weather conditions, rain, heat, cold, etc.
- Assist in shipping and/or receiving area when no primary duties of spotting or shuttling are necessary.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITES
- Who is responsible for your safety? “YOU ARE!”
- Immediately report any work related injury or illness.
- Keep the work area neat and free of hazards. THE USE OF COMPRESSED AIR WITHOUT PROPER SAFETY NOZZLE IS PROHIBITED FOR CLEAN-UP.
- Wear required personal protective equipment at all times.
- Always ensure proper lifting techniques: avoid bending and twisting at the waist whenever possible.
- Inspect tools and protective equipment before use.
- Learn the hazards of the equipment and procedures used on the job.
- Report any defective, malfunctioning, or suspicious tool, machine, or protective equipment immediately.
- Participate in safety training and safety meetings.
- Report any hazards or risks related to policies or procedures.
