Spot Truck Operator Trainee (2nd Shift)

DG Foods is looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Spot Truck Operator Trainee for our facilities in Bastrop, LA. You will be operating a Spot Truck with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety. Your job could involve operating a Spot Truck around shipping areas maneuvering full-sized refrigerated semi-trailers to and from the shipping dock and other areas. 

Essential Job Functions:

Job duties are as follows, but not limited to:

• Maneuvering refrigerated trailers in and around the shipping yard in an efficient and safe manner utilizing a designated spotter.
• Identify damages and report any shipping container deficiencies.
• Responsible for helping maintain and clean equipment.
• Responsible for daily pre-operation check list and pass / fail inspection. 
• Responsible to check all loaded trailers are properly sealed.
• Performs pre-operation inspections daily and is responsible for reporting all deficiencies or damage. 
• Responsible for notifying supervisor for Tag Out or Removal from service if Spot Truck doesn't pass inspection.
• Transport raw materials to assigned loading areas.
• Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Keep updated records and activity logs.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment for the facilities.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• You must be coachable because we want you to succeed!
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• (1) year of experience operating a Spot/Yard truck and/or “Over the road” truck and trailer combination.
• Must be comfortable with working in a fast-paced manufacturing/production environment.
• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment is a must.
• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be legally eligible to work in accordance with federal and state law.
• Must have dependable transportation to and from DG Food facilities, no exceptions.
• Must be able to work various hours/holidays/weekends.
• Must be able to always wear all required Personal Protective Equipment when required.
• Must pass internal skills assessment with a score of 80% or above and must be able to demonstrate the skill set.  
• Must be able to perform the functions of a pallet jack operator and a forklift operator.  Responsible for keeping truck clean (inside & out), daily maintenance (grease fifth wheel, diesel fueling, DEP filling, etc.)
• Must possess high school diploma or equivalent. However, other combinations of experience and education will be considered.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a cold and wet environment. 
• Must be able to work standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and maneuver up to 70 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

About DG Foods:

DG Foods is the south’s premier poultry custom processor and portioner with locations in Louisiana and Mississippi. We are committed to being a service-oriented supplier of high-quality poultry products within a workplace that is safe, healthy, and injury-free. We are dedicated to safely meeting our customer’s needs and expectations as well as continually being at the forefront of product quality, processes, and customer service.

DG Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.