What are the responsibilities and job description for the Local Shuttle Driver position at Umicore?
About Umicore
Reducing harmful vehicle emissions. Powering the cars of the future. Giving new life to used metals. We are the leading circular materials technology company fulfilling its mission to create materials for a better life. With ambitions like this, imagine what you could do?
About Cobalt & Specialty Materials
Mastering the cobalt value chain. Umicore's expertise covers the sourcing, production and distribution of cobalt and nickel products. Umicore's materials are at the heart of products we use every day such as rechargeable batteries, tools, paints and tyres. Our recycling and refining processes give new life to cobalt and other metals and reduce environmental impacts. To meet the demands of our customers we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.
What you will be doing
As our Local Shuttle Driver, you will be responsible for transporting raw materials and finished goods between our warehouse and manufacturing plant in LaVergne, Tennessee. Specifically, this will include :
- Communicating with production and shipping on scheduling;
- Inspecting all trucks / tankers prior to every trip and reporting maintenance needs;
- Properly placarding trucks / tankers;
- Maintaining shipping paperwork and delivery documentation;
- Weighing and ensuring proper cleaning of tankers and trucks;
- Verifying trailers and tankers are properly secured for loading and unloading;
- Moving material and equipment safely, accurately, and in compliance with applicable regulations and requirements;
- Other duties as needed.
Who we are looking for
Our success is based on individuals who are ready to make the most of their skills and prepared to tackle any challenge they face. As well as a high school diploma or equivalent, you should have a Class A CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsements, at least two years' commercial driving experience, and an acceptable driving history. Qualifications required by the Department of Transportation, including medical certification, must also be met. Forklift experience is desired.
What we offer
We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?
Additional Information
This position is located at the Palm Commodities International, LLC facility. The facility is a Drug-Free Workplace, and pre-employment drug testing is required.
Our Local Shuttle Drivers are paid on an hourly basis and eligible for overtime. We have two shifts available, both Monday through Friday. The first shift is 6 am to 2 : 30 pm, and the second shift is 8 am to 4 : 30 p.m.
We offer an excellent benefits package, including health insurance options, vision insurance, dental insurance, company paid life insurance and short / long term disability insurance, voluntary critical illness and accident insurance, and a 401K Plan with employer matching and profit-sharing eligibility. Employees are also eligible for regular bonuses. We recognize 12 paid holidays per year and provide three weeks' vacation plus paid sick time.
Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.
If you need assistance applying for this position, please email hr@palminc.com.
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