Forklift Operator (CDL-A Yard Jockey)
Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA · Dunkirk, NY, US
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About the Role
As a CDL-A Yard Jockey / Forklift Operator, you will safely and efficiently operate forklifts and yard equipment. You will become a certified forklift operator, participate in risk assessments, conduct pre-operational checks, and move trailers to dock or yard locations.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate, monitor, and problem-solve throughout the yard.
- Safely operate a forklift for loading and unloading trucks, line hauling, and stocking.
- Monitor storage reefer temperatures and fuel levels.
- Assist carrier drivers on premises.
- Perform preventative standard routines including basic lubrication, repairs, inspection, and identify defects to complete or coordinate repairs.
- Maintain yard cleanliness and organization.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Class A CDL with driving experience required.
- 6+ months of forklift or heavy equipment operation experience in a warehouse, industrial, construction, or military environment.
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Yard equipment operation
- Risk assessment participation
- Pre-operational checks
- Basic lubrication
- Basic repairs
- Inspection
Location
- Dunkirk, New York
Work Type
- All shifts
- Overtime
- Weekends
Experience Level
- 6+ months experience
Education Level
- High School Diploma or GED
Salary/Compensations
- $22.48 per hour to start
- Introductory Stage 1 $24.32
- Introductory Stage 2 $26.75
- Bid Operator rate $35.00 when fully qualified
Benefits
- Performance-based incentives
- 401k with company match
- Healthcare coverage
About the Company
- Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside.
- Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care.
- Our factory in Dunkirk, located along Lake Erie's Historic Chadwick Bay Harbor, is a hidden gem situated 50 miles southwest of Buffalo, New York.
- Since its establishment in 1971, the factory has undergone several expansions to accommodate the growing production of beloved household brands such as Pro Plan®, Beggin®, T-Bonz®, and Busy®.
- Our factory also works to do our part to care for the environment, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.
Equal Opportunity
- The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
- Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.