Shipping - 3rd Shift Switcher Operator

Milkco is seeking a  3rd Shift Switcher Driver  to work in our shipping yard (CDL is not required). Our switcher drivers work right here in Asheville, so you are home every day, after every shift.   The work schedule runs on a two-week cycle:   Week 1  - Tuesday thru Thursday: 7:00pm - 5:30am; Saturday: 12:00pm - 10:30pm; Sunday, Monday, Friday: Off Week 2  - Sunday: 4:00pm - 2:30am; Monday: 7:00pm - 5:30am; Tuesday thru Wednesday: Off; Thursday thru Friday: 7:00pm - 5:30am; Saturday: Off   The Switcher Driver is responsible for: Moving trailers around the shipping yard. Recording trailer temperatures and yard inventory. Washing trailers. General shipping yard management.   The ideal candidate will: Be self-motivated to do whatever needs to be done each day. Be punctual and reliable.   Milkco will train the right candidate!   Milkco, Inc. is a Fluid Milk Plant. We process, bottle, and ship fluid milk, juice, tea, and eggnog. Established in 1982 with 50 employees, the plant has grown to 250+. Our employees enjoy steady, stable work without the risk of layoffs. We have many career opportunities available. If you are looking for a position where you can learn, grow, and advance, then we are the company for you.   Compensation Information: Automatic 60-Day Pay Review Automatic Annual Pay Review Shift Differentials Milkco will pay for MEC renewal at anytime and a CDL renewal after 1 yr.   Employment Requirements: Must pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screening (provided by Milkco). Will conduct a Criminal Background Check. Must pass an E-Verify Screening.   Physical Requirements: Must be able to work outdoors in variable weather.   Experience: Will train the right person. Prefer that applicants have a High School Diploma or equivalent. Must want to work and have excellent attendance. Need to be cooperative and able to get along with a lot of people. Must be a team player with the ability to contribute in a team atmosphere   Benefits: Profit Sharing PTO (starts earning from Day 1) 401(k) with company match after 90 days Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans Short Term Disability Life Insurance

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