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Receiver/ Yard Jockey - CDL A - 3rd shift

Dairy Farmers of America
United States, Pennsylvania, Reading
100 McKinley Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 12, 2025

This position will jockey trucks approximately 25% of the time, the remainder of the time the employee will work as a Receiver.

General Purpose:

Perform operations including but not limited to fluid product receiving, product load out, and product supply or transfer to production processes. Other operational duties include movement of trailers, clean-in-place (CIP) and clean--out-of-place (COP) equipment and master sanitation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:



  • Perform duties required to assure that assigned area is sanitary and clean.
  • Receive fluid products, check storage vessels, observe product flow into and out of storage vessels, and respond to any problems.
  • Follow steps to insure proper operation and perform periodic preventive maintenance of equipment in the area.
  • Prepare and comprehend wash tags, shipping and receiving paperwork, and master sanitation schedule.
  • Complete and maintain Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) record keeping such as completing charts and sanitation sheets.
  • Collect product samples in a sanitary method for lab testing.
  • Prepare equipment (i.e. tanks, silos, valves, and hoses) for production needs according to daily production plan.
  • Transport trucks and trailers for loading and repairs, as necessary.
  • Dedicate effort to safety as we expect every employee to leave work in the same condition as they arrive.
  • Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.


  • Exhibit the values and ethics of Dairy Farmers of America through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment.


  • Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity.


  • Attend required training, including but not limited to Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF).


  • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee; but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.


Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience



  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
  • 1 year of manufacturing experience
  • 1 year of recent tractor/trailer driving experience
  • Certification and/or License -- Able to obtain Sampler's Certification within 90 days of employment; current Pennsylvania commercial driver's license; have or able to obtain tanker endorsement within 90 days; and be Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and company computer systems, specifically SAP
  • Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
  • Skill in proficient computer usage
  • Skill in written and oral communication


  • Able to use and understand calculations, production rates and fluid inventories
  • Able to prepare and comprehend evaporator logs and master sanitation schedule
  • Able to perform routine machine adjustments


  • Able to use and understand calculations for weights
  • Able to physically complete required tasks
  • Able to contribute to the positive performance behaviors through personal example
  • Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Able to be proactive in seeking solutions
  • Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork


  • Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
  • Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
  • Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures
  • Able to interpret and apply company policies
  • Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
  • Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision
  • Able to take initiative in performing job and seek increased responsibilities
  • Able to read, write, and speak English


An Equal Opportunity Employer
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