Yard Driver

At Actus Nutrition, our focus is to create high-quality ingredients designed to optimize health and nutrition.

We are passionate and dedicated people.

Each day, we collectively explore new, innovative ways to enhance product performance and value through our broad human and animal nutrition portfolios. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as a healthy 401(k) company match program.

The Driver is responsible for safely driving our product on various daily routes of dry van freight to and from warehouse and/or our other plants.

This position will also assist the warehouse operations as needed when driving time, trailer spotting, and other transportation duties do not require the driver’s “driving” time.

This is an excellent opportunity for a flexible individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Shift: 7:00AM-7:00 PM

Pay: $21.00/Hour

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


* Demonstrate Decision Driving skills including, but not limited to, proper following distance, proper eye lead, proper stopping distance, checking intersections, using safety wheel chocks, proper use of horn, left/ right turn execution, seat belt use, checking and scanning mirrors, maintaining proper speed, proper lane observance, parking in appropriate locations and avoiding backing-up


*  Incumbent must be in compliance with DOT standards and follow all DOT policies and processes.


* Keep a clean and orderly cab and trailer.


* Conduct activities in a safe manner, follow corporate safety guidelines and requirements (no cell phones while driving, pre-trip/ post-trip inspections, proper bending, etc.), use personal protective equipment, proactively address any unsafe conditions observed and lock vehicle. 


* Work collaboratively with the warehouse team with the following duties which may include but are not limited to: relabeling/repacking projects, assisting housekeeping, pulling boards, etc.


* Maintain a high activity/productivity level.

Operates with sense of urgency, efficiency, effectiveness and determination over extended periods of time. 


* Maintain stable and professional performance under pressure or opposition.


* Manages job professionally and with a high level of organization.


* Ability to effectively deal with change and adversity in the work place, and work in a fast paced environment. 


* Maintain a high activity/productivity level.

Operates with sense of urgency, efficiency, effectiveness and determination over extended periods of time. 

   Position Requirements:


* High School Degree or Equivalent


* Must be at least 21 years of age as this is a DOT covered position. 


* 2 or more years of Class A driving experience


* Safe driving record


* Must have current valid commercial driver’s license


* Must be willing to have flexibility in your schedule which may include weekends, Holidays, over-time ...