Job Description

Spotter Driver

Location: Van Buren, Indiana

Rotation: D1 – Day Shift

Schedule: 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 rotation, with every other weekend off.

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is looking for a Spotter Driver to keep trailers moving safely and efficiently through our yard. You’ll position trailers at dock doors, track trailer movements, coordinate with shipping and receiving, and assist with warehouse work as needed.

What you’ll do

• Move trailers between yard locations and dock doors, positioning them accurately for loading and unloading.
• Maintain accurate records of trailer movements, locations, and times.
• Apply seals to loaded trailers and deliver load paperwork between trailers and the office.
• Communicate clearly by radio with team members, drivers, and carriers.
• Verify trailer locations and assist with yard inventory.
• Operate a forklift and support other warehouse tasks as assigned.
• Keep work areas clean and promptly report damage, safety concerns, and equipment issues.

What you’ll need

• A valid driver’s license and CDL.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to follow safety procedures and work instructions.
• Awareness of your surroundings, attention to detail, and clear communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and radio instructions and work independently or with a team.
• Availability to work 12-hour day shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule, including every other weekend. This rotation follows two days on, two days off, and three days on, with the pattern reversing the following week.

Experience operating a yard or spotter truck is preferred. Forklift certification—or willingness to become certified—and basic computer or tablet skills are also helpful.

Join our team

If you take pride in safe driving, accurate work, and helping your team keep things moving, we’d like to hear from you. Apply to join Weaver Popcorn.

Opportunity and Inclusion Statement:

Weaver Popcorn Manufacturing is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to opportunity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where everyone can succeed. Employment and hiring decisions are made based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications—without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment drives innovation and strengthens our company culture. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, and understand English to perform job duties effectively and safely.
• Valid driver’s license required
• CDL required
• 1+ year experience operating a yard truck or spotter truck in a warehouse or manufacturing setting preferred.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow radio and written instructions.
• Excellent situational awareness and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer or tablet skills for log tracking and communication.

Preferred:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)