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Yard Tractor Operator - Bluffton Plant
Posted Date : Feb 25, 2025
Requisition Number : 124515
Location : Bluffton, IN
We are mixing up something new in Bluffton, IN. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot's Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot's Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to come be a part of our team in the Bluffton, IN location.
Pay :
Starting at $24.75 / hr, overnight shift has $.85 / hr shift differential
Weekly pay
500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates
Total Rewards :
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) starting day 30
401(k) Retirement Plan
1000 referral bonus
Paid Time off
Shifts :
Day shifts available
12-hour shift (7am-7pm)
Working 3-4 days / week ( One week : Sun, Wed, Thurs Next week : Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat). This is a 2-2-3 schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off rotation)
Job Summary :
Responsible for shuttling trailers to and from satellite warehouse(s), moving trailers around the property lot, and tracking trailer locations.
Responsibilities :
Safely operate Yard Tractor while maneuvering trailers on the property lot.
Safely operate all Material Handling Equipment and perform the necessary safety checks prior to operating.
Always maintain food safety awareness and immediately report any issues to management.
Operate within the guidelines of all Pretzels Inc. and SQF policies and procedures.
Perform all necessary inspections and verifications.
Correctly attach identifying tags or labels to materials as needed.
Make all transactions within S4 Hana to ensure inventory accuracy and lot control are always maintained. Comprehend data entry into S4 Hana and databases.
Move materials in and out of storage safely and without damage
Generate all necessary shipping documents via S4 Hana
Communicate to customers, drivers, dispatchers, etc., at the window or by phone and with oncoming crew to ensure a smooth transition.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements :
Class A CDL in good standing and maintained as required under DOT
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills are required (must pass the Math skills test).
Manual dexterity required for operating machinery
Ability to lift up to 100 pounds required. Work involves frequent lifting of materials and products up to 40 pounds.
Machinery operation requires using safety equipment including but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
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