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Feed Mill Truck Driver - $25/hr. plus benefits!
Agriculture
Agriculture
Driver
Full Time
Permanent
Full Time
1-3
DOE
Direct Employer
As a family company, Schwartz Farms, Inc. is committed to caring for its people and animals by demonstrating the values of humility, care, inegrity, discipline and excellance. Known for quality pork production, SFI is a proud advocate of creating opportunities for rural communities with presence in Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska and South Dakota. As a premier pork producer, Schwartz Farms embraces itself for a challenging and rewarding future.

We are seeking individuals who demonstrate these values for a Feed Mill Driver. As a Feed Mill Driver, you can count on becoming not just part of a growing company, but a family.

POSITION OBJECTIVES AND PURPOSE:
The Feed Mill Driver is responsible for delivering feed from the mill to various farm locations. Incumbent shall perform duties while promoting safety, care and timeliness. Individual shall uphold state and federal regulations and rules related to commercial transportation. Incumbent may also assist feed mill staff with mill functions from time to time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Feed transportation & delivery
Operate truck in a manner consistent with commercial driving regulations and road restrictions, such as speed and weight
Participate in certification and training programs to maintain CDL requirements and promote safety
Maintain an alert countenance while driving
Maintain accurate internal records, including but not limited to:
Verifying loads with shipping papers
Following and maintaining documentation per SFI's Animal Food Safety Plan
Utilize available technology to promote the availability of proper and timely production data
Maintain accurate DOT paperwork according to state and federal regulations, including but not limited to:
Ensure cargo and truck equipment are secure
Conduct pre- and post-inspection(s) of truck(s), including adequate fuel and oil levels, as well as properly functioning brakes, windshield wipers, and lights
Inspect fire extinguisher and other safety equipment regularly
Identify gaps and areas of opportunities for annual DOT inspections, etc.
Perform necessary functions at delivery sites, such as:
Load and unload bulk feed
Clean up spilled feed
Report to Feed Mill Manager when equipment does not work or is missing
Perform emergency roadside repairs when necessary
Maintain truck/trailer so it is ready for use and deployment, including but not limited to:
Wash truck/trailer per SFI protocols
Follow SFI biosecurity procedures at mill and delivery sites
Perform minor repairs on truck/trailer, when necessary
Stakeholder relations

Collaborate with Feed Mill Manager and staff, introducing best practices, being adaptable to changing environments, etc.
Promote Schwartz Farms, including but not limited to delivery sites, fuel stations, etc.
Additional Duties

Complete roadside repairs when necessary
Maintain truck/trailer so it is ready for use and deployment, including but not limited to:
Wash truck/trailer per SFI protocols
Follow SFI biosecurity procedures at mill and delivery sites
Perform minor repairs on truck/trailer, when necessary
Stakeholder relations

Collaborate with Feed Mill Manager and staff, introducing best practices, being adaptable to changing environments, etc.
Promote Schwartz Farms, including but not limited to delivery sites, fuel stations, etc.
Additional Duties

Demonstrate Schwartz Farms' values of integrity, respect, excellence and adaptability
Advocate and engage in SFI's animal welfare policy, including promoting animal well-being, remedying circumstances which impede animal care, and properly reporting instances of mistreatment or abuse
Maintain and promote a safe working environment
The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Additional duties may be assigned as they arise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess a valid Class A commercial driver's license and health card
Clean driving record
Ability to meet DOT drug & alcohol requirements
Ability to perform basic math, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
Able to read
Able to follow instructions
Able to present Schwartz Farms in a professional manner
Able to lift 50 pounds
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous feed delivery experience
3-5 years' driving experience
The preceding qualifications are guidelines. Other combinations of education and experience could provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform this job.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT:
Position will involve travel and non-standard business hours. Majority of time will be spent operating feed truck. Physical work anticipated.

Apply online at www.schwartzfarms.com (OR CLICK ON THE ''APPLY' BUTTON) or call or text: 507-794-5779
https://schwartzfarms.com/careers/job/Minnesota/Morgan/Feed-Mill-Truck-Driver/4157896/
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Morgan
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United States
MN: Willmar