What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Jockey - 2nd Shift position at Clemens Food Group?
We are seeking a dependable and safety-focused Yard Jockey to join our team. This role is responsible for the safe movement and staging of trailers on company property, as well as supporting the coordination of cold storage and transportation activities. The ideal candidate is organized, communicates effectively, and prioritizes safety in all tasks.
About The Company
For more than 125 years, Clemens Food Group has been guided by a simple principle: do the right thing. As a family-owned, fully integrated food company, we operate across the entire supply chain—from raising livestock to delivering finished products. We combine tradition with innovation to produce quality food and build a culture where people are empowered to grow, contribute, and succeed.
Key Responsibilities
Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.
About The Company
For more than 125 years, Clemens Food Group has been guided by a simple principle: do the right thing. As a family-owned, fully integrated food company, we operate across the entire supply chain—from raising livestock to delivering finished products. We combine tradition with innovation to produce quality food and build a culture where people are empowered to grow, contribute, and succeed.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely move and stage trailers on-site, following all vehicle and powered industrial truck safety procedures
- Accurately set temperatures for refrigerated trailers during loading and unloading
- Communicate trailer status and cold storage details with Order Assembly, Transportation, and Quality Assurance teams
- Prioritize trailer staging at loading docks and throughout the yard based on operational needs
- Track and manage trailer inventory, including loaded, empty, dry, and refrigerated units
- Conduct daily yard checks and report trailer status to the Supervisor
- Identify trailers in need of inspection or repair and relay details to Garage and Transportation teams
- Use a handheld radio to communicate with plant personnel, operations, and management
- Maintain accurate records of trailer movements and provide daily activity updates to management
- Meet performance goals such as trailer moves per hour and on-time departures
- Ensure trailer staging aligns with the site plan; suggest adjustments based on trailer pool fluctuations
- Assist with training new hires and contribute to a positive, productive work environment
- Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and documentation for assigned tractor
- Support route drivers with trailer retrieval as needed
Clemens Food Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms. All resumes submitted by search or staffing firms to any employee at Clemens Food Group via email, the Internet, or directly without a valid written search agreement for this role, and without having been asked to participate in this by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Clemens Food Group, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired. Firms not authorized to submit candidates will not be eligible for any fee or ownership claim.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Clemens Food Group to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. All employees are subject to a pre-employment screening process including a background check and drug screen. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to your recruiter.