Hostler (Blue Nights)

Job Purpose Summary

The Hostler position is responsible for moving all trailers necessary for production. They will be “closing,” inspecting, and moving trailers in the lot to provide seamless production in the plant.

Essential Job Results

• Monitor and report any deviations from our Food Safety and Food Quality (HACCP & SQF) programs to your immediate supervisor.
• Ensure all movement of trailers for raw milk supply, packaging material delivery, and the “close” procedure for loaded trailers and associated paperwork.
• Inspect all trailers and yard dogs, including yard dog vehicle checks.
• Maintain daily trailer inventory, trailer security, and material tracking board.
• Platteville Barn pick-up (day shift driver).
• Hourly inspections of full trailers staged in the lot.

Competences Required for Success

• Organization / Planning
• Initiative
• Energy
• Judgment / Decision Making

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous yard dog experience required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a Department of Motor Vehicle background check.

Physical Requirements

• Must possess the physical ability to work the entire shift in the plant’s cool, wet environment with temperatures ranging between 34-38 degrees or outside in adverse weather conditions.
• Standing, walking, climbing, repetitive bending, repetitive stooping, repetitive reaching with arms, and repetitive grasping with hands and fingers.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to work safely in a fast-paced environment working around production machines, warehouse equipment, forklifts, large trucks, and tankers.