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Job Title: Driver Yard
Location: Dayton, VA, South United States, USA

Company: Cargill, Inc
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: USD 24.05 per hour
Job Description: Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location: Dayton, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Shift(s) Available: 1st
Compensation: 24.05/hr

Benefits Information

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance
Health and Wellness Incentives
Marathon Health Clinic (Employer sponsored health center)
Paid Vacation and Holidays
401(k) with Cargill matching contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement & Career Growth Opportunities
Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

Live receiving and recording of scheduled birds coming into plant for slaughter
Registered with state for weighing live poultry
Adhere to Packers and Stockyard instructions for weighing Live Poultry
Maintain effective communication with department staff, effectively anticipate slaughter
needs, and adjust slaughter schedule as needed
Assist supervisor in the implementation of EHS procedures within the department
Monitor for cleanliness of lot, sheds, trailer wash, and trucks
Fill in for supervisor working other shifts/when needed to cover for absences
Check loaded trailers to ensure birds are contained humanely (all parts inside cage, fans
on when needed, no live birds on ground)
Report any seen damage to trailers
Train new employees and assist with other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must be 18 years or older
Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass all driver requirements
Must be able to communicate in English (read/write/speak) and have good communication, math and
computer skills
Must be able to work in cold, wet, dry, and hot environments
Must have good backing skills with a tractor trailer
Demonstrated professional working relationships and has the ability to interact effectively with production
management, QA, USDA, accounting, live side, feed mill and all outside contractors
Good attendance, work performance, work relationships and safety records
Must be able to work independently

Preferred Qualifications