Job Description

Job Description

Company Name: Peytons
Position Type: Employee
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

At Kroger, we are looking for talented and engaged individuals with a passion to Feed the Human Spirit. We need individuals who will share in our goal to being friendly and caring, and to make sure that everything we do is Fresh for Everyone in our communities. Our employees are leaders who are committed to personifying Our Promise of Everyone Friendly and Caring, Everything Fresh, to Uplift in Every Way and to Improve Every Day.

The Peytons Northern Distribution Center, is a proud member of the nation-wide Kroger Family of Companies. We are currently looking for a Yard Driver to become a part of our Team. Peytons Northern Distribution Center is located in Bluffton Indiana. We are proud to be Wells Countys largest employer.

Why youll love working with us:

Competitive Wages

Excellent health benefit package

401k/Roth Options

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, health & wellness days, and personal days)

Paid sick leave

Employee discounts at Kroger and Kroger Banner stores

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discounts with cell phone providers, computer companies, travel organizations and more!

Advancement potential in a fast-growing industry. Come for a job. Stay for a career

Position Summary:

Responsible for safely transporting trailers to and from the adjoining yard to the DC docks so that product can be loaded, unloaded and stored. The company also requires that all employees perform al tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Essential Job Functions:

* Drive truck to transport trailers to and from DC docks for loading, unloading and storage purposes.
* Conduct Driver's Daily Checklist on vehicle prior to start of each shift, reports any mechanical defects.
* Adhere to corporate, departmental and regulatory operations and safety standards.
* Maintain Class A Driver license, complies with all applicable Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) regulations.
* Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
* Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
* Ability to carry out instructions given in written or oral form.
* Meets federal D.O.T. regulations including physical requirements and operational standards.
* Minimum 21 years of age.
* Ability to work varied shifts, weekends and overtime as business needs dictate.
* Commitment to safety in operating tractor trailer in congested yards, vigilant for safety of self and others and protection of company property.

Desired Previous Job Experience

* One year of prior driving experience operating tractor trailer vehicles.

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED Desired
Required Certifications/Licenses: CDL A
Position Type: Full-Time
Shift(s): Day
Regions: Midwest

States: Indiana
Keywords:

Jobs at Kroger Logistics: Kroger Logistics is a best-in-class supply chain team that services our more than 2,500 grocery and convenience stores that stretch coast-to-coast across the U.S., including Alaska. We are comprised of more than 30 distribution centers, regional freight centers, transportation and office locations. In Kroger Logistics, we offer career opportunities in Safety, Professional Driving, Warehouse Operations, International Logistics, Engineering, Supply Chain and Human Resources. If you are looking for an ever-changing, fast-paced environment focused on supporting our Customer 1st Strategy, we welcome your online application.

Company Overview: Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly half a million associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless shopping experience under a variety of banner names. At The Kroger Co., we are Fresh for Everyone and dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We are committed to creating ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities by 2025. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

Posting Notes: IN || Bluffton || 1111 South Adams St. || 46714 || Peytons || None || Logistics/Supply Chain || Employee || Non-Exempt || Full-Time || CDL A