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Yard Truck Operator (Spotter / Warehouse) - Robinson Plant

Yard Truck Operator (Spotter / Warehouse) - Robinson Plant

The Hershey CompanyRobinson, IL, United States
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Yard Truck Operator (Spotter / Warehouse) - Robinson Plant

Posted Date : Sep 18, 2025

Requisition Number : 125862

Job Title : Yard Truck Operator (Spotter / Warehouse) - Robinson Plant

Location : Robinson, IL (US)

Anticipated Start Date : July 2025

Pay :

  • Starting Payrate : $27.29 per hour
  • Shift Differentials & Overtime Potential!

Total Rewards

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)-Starting DAY 1!
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan - with generous company match
  • Hershey Stock Purchase Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
  • Career Advancement Opportunities starting Day 1 !

    • Shifts :

    We ask that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime and holidays

  • Schedule assignment after the Training and Orientation Period is a 2-2-3 schedule. Shift will be 6pm-6am

    • Candidate Process :

  • Qualified applicants will receive an email to schedule for an interview (ensure you have access to a valid email).
  • Post-Offer Drug Screen and Background Check required
  • Valid ID required

    • Job Description :

    Come Make More Moments of Goodness with us as a Yard Truck Operator / Spotter!

    The Hershey Company Robinson plant is a non-union plant producing products such as PayDay, Heath, Skor, Milk Duds, Whoppers, and Reese's Pieces in a high-speed complex environment. The Yard Truck Operator position is responsible to maneuver trucks and trailers throughout the lot and offsite warehouse in addition to moving and unloading railcars consisting of bulk ingredients in and out of staging areas.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Comply with DOT regulations including truck weights and verification process
  • Obtain / maintain CDL requirements
  • Comply with Food Defense and Food Safety practices
  • Maintaining product inventory levels
  • Review Trailor reports for incoming deliveries
  • Communicate with dispatch and Inventory Planners on material need
  • Clean, inspect and lubricate equipment as part of our Autonomous Maintenance program
  • Observe safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and good housekeeping practices
  • Complete safety and quality checks and associated daily production paperwork
  • Fork truck license required

    • Minimum Qualifications :

  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must possess a High School diploma / GED
  • Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
  • Must be flexible to work any shift - 1st / 2nd / 3rd (8, 10 or 12 hour shifts)
  • Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime
  • Must be able to lift up to 35-50 lbs
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
  • Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide fractions, decimals, and whole numbers.
  • Basic computer skills

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Manufacturing / Food manufacturing with a minimum of 2 years experience
  • Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) practices
  • Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Autonomous Maintenance (AM)
  • Experience with Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) / quick change-over process
  • Experience with Continuous Improvement methodology
  • Class A CDL

    • The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

    The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Disabled / Protected Veterans

    If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Service Center (askhr@hersheys.com).

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