Shunt Truck Driver

With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop – from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials – and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes “just-in-time” or “just-in-sequence”. Copper and Brass Sales, a division of thyssenkrupp Materials NA, Inc., is the source in your supply base that provides you with the inventory management expertise and value-added processing services necessary to help you compete in today's global market. With our comprehensive line of nonferrous metals and alloys, wide variety of precision processing capabilities, and a focus on customer service that is unmatched in the industry, Copper and Brass Sales earns our reputation as a leading metals service center with each and every order. With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop – from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials – and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes “just-in-time” or “just-in-sequence”. Copper and Brass Sales, a division of thyssenkrupp Materials NA, Inc., is the source in your supply base that provides you with the inventory management expertise and value-added processing services necessary to help you compete in today's global market. With our comprehensive line of nonferrous metals and alloys, wide variety of precision processing capabilities, and a focus on customer service that is unmatched in the industry, Copper and Brass Sales earns our reputation as a leading metals service center with each and every order. Job Summary The Shunt Truck Driver / Route Planner is responsible for the safe movement of trailers, materials, and equipment within the facility yard while coordinating transportation routes to ensure efficient and timely deliveries. This role combines yard operations with transportation planning and serves as a key link between shipping, receiving, logistics, drivers, and operations teams. The successful candidate will support on-time customer delivery performance, optimize transportation resources, and maintain a safe and organized yard environment.

Job Description
Key Accountabilities 1. Yard and Shunt Operations
- Safely operate a shunt truck to move trailers, containers, and equipment throughout the facility yard.
- Position trailers at loading and unloading docks according to shipping and receiving schedules.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard equipment.
- Monitor yard inventory and trailer locations to ensure efficient utilization.
- Maintain an organized, safe, and accessible yard environment.
- Follow all company safety policies, transportation regulations, and site procedures.
- Report equipment defects, safety concerns, and operational issues promptly. 2. Route Planning and Dispatch Coordination
- Develop and coordinate daily delivery routes to maximize efficiency and customer service.
- Schedule deliveries and pickups based on customer requirements, load availability, and driver schedules.
- Optimize routes to minimize mileage, fuel consumption, and transportation costs.
- Coordinate transportation activities with drivers, warehouse teams, operations, and customers.
- Monitor route performance and recommend improvements to service levels and productivity.
- Adjust schedules and routes in response to changing customer requirements or operational challenges. 3. Logistics and Transportation Support
- Ensure delivery schedules align with production, inventory, and customer requirements.
- Maintain accurate transportation records, delivery manifests, and shipping documentation.
- Track d