Spotter /Day Shift/ Saturdays-Tuesdays /Austell

JOB DESCRIPTION

I. SUMMARY:

This position has primary responsibility for all dropped trailer movements for the ABW warehouse and any site Copack operations. The spotter is responsible for following all safety protocols and requirements. The spotter ensures the warehouse operation continues to operate without interruption due to unavailability of trailers. They must be able to multi-task, be self-motivated, and work well under pressure. They follow all quality, food safety, food defense and safety procedures, setting the example for safe operations while meeting all business assignments and objectives.
 

II. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Performs pre-trip inspection on the tractors (each shift prior to use):

o Checking oil

o Checking transmission fluid

o Checking hydraulic fluid levels

o Checking for leaks underneath the tractors

o Mirror placement

o Clearing water from the air lines

· Follows ALL safety procedures and requirements:

o Uses all required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

o Wears High Visibility Vest as outer wear at all times while working

o Prohibits any riders or other persons on the Yard Tractor while using

o Tug tests all trailers

o Slows down on yard as appropriate

o Always uses both air lines

o Ensures 5th wheel is flush with trailer so as not to miss the king pin

o Maintain trailer lift, high enough to clear all obstacles

o Verifies trailer doors are secure prior to moving trailer

· Prioritizes inbounds based on Team Lead input and direction, making sure operations always has available trailers,

· Prioritizes outbounds by appt time or Team Lead,

· Communicates with Customer Service Reps. daily by providing the warehouse trailer shortage list, and

· Depending upon workload, the spotter may perform a General Warehouse function reporting to the Warehouse Operations Team Lead.
 

III. KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/COMPETENCY:

· WHS Management Software,

· Computer skills in spread sheet and word processing software,

· Multi-tasking and Directing others,

· Trailer backing up skills, and

· General Warehouse Operator role.
 

IV. MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL or TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Valid Drivers license

· For Greenville and Kennesaw (KDF) sites a CDL license is required
 

V. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT:

· No direct reports

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