Job Description

This position is responsible for safely operating a yard switcher to move trailers to and from loading docks and designated yard locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Use an 18-wheeler cab to move dressed axle front & rear products
• Read and understand the schedule and have trucks moved to satisfy customer's delivery requirements
• Following all site safety rules and safe operating practices
• Adhering to all work instructions and completing all quality checks as defined in the control plans
• Report all accidents and near miss incidents immediately
• Maintain excellent housekeeping at all times
• Job function may include jobs associated with minor maintenance and material handling of front and rear axles
• Be an effective team member and help other operators within the Team when needed. Working as a team member is essential to the successful operation of the Team
• Material Switchers may be asked to perform more than one function per day to assist material flow
• Must be able to work required overtime as scheduled
• Job function may require candidate to train new employees
• Operators may also be required to run various pneumatic tools and hoists
• Operators may be asked to perform more than one function per day to assist with material flow

Qualifications

• Constant standing and movement (bending, stooping, lifting) to perform various functions
• Required to move front and rear axles and brake components
• Use of overhead hoist or lift truck will be required in making some set ups as well as the use of air tools
• Exercise sound judgment in reacting to problems inherent to the process
• A High School Diploma or GED certificate is required
• Candidate must have at least six months of truck driving experience
• Valid Class A CDL License required
• Forklift experience required