Darling Ingredients is seeking Yard Jockey / Production Associates to join our production team at our plant in Linville, VA which is located near Harrisonburg, VA. This is a key role, focused on maintaining a safe and productive operation of the ramp area at our plant. Training will be provided to ensure that you are successful in this role. Possessing a class A-CDL license is not required.

We currently have opportunities available on 3rd shift, working from 11:30pm-8:00am.

As a member of the team, you can expect:

• Competitive pay – Earn $900-$1,000 per week on average!
• Great Benefits – medical, dental, vision, profit sharing, paid time off
• $500-$1000 annual contribution towards your healthcare savings account
• 3% guaranteed contribution to your 401(k) account
• Variety – Work on different trucks every day, and never have a dull moment!
• Advancement opportunities – We are always looking for key players motivated to move up into higher level roles

Job Summary:

• Maintain safe and productive operation of the ramp area at the plant.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Efficient loading or unloading of trailers as assigned.
• Coordinate the movement of trailers around the yard as needed.
• When unloading, perform proper pit selection based on material type.
• Safely operate equipment used such as overhead cranes or use of the Bartlett for unloading trailers.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to drive tractor trailers on the yard safely and pick up trailers to dump.
• Ability to read instructions on chemical containers and safety data sheets (SDS).

Physical Demands:

• Ability to move 55 gallon drums weighing 450 pounds using hand truck.
• Bending and stooping.
• Work at heights of at least 12 feet.
• Climb stairs frequently.

Work Environment:

• Ability to work both inside and outside, in a damp environment 80% of the time.

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