🗺 Location & Operations Context
- Base city: Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Freight corridor: Grand Rapids ↔ Holland manufacturing belt
- Key highways: I-96, US-131 industrial spine
- Freight environment: High-frequency manufacturing shuttle loops
- Shift pattern: Day & night production cycle rotations
📋 Job Description
- Move trailers between manufacturing plants, warehouses, and staging yards on tight dispatch cycles
- Execute drop-and-hook operations with pre-staged industrial freight
- Perform seal checks, trailer inspections, and dock assignment verification at pickup
- Coordinate with dock staff during production-driven loading windows
- Handle yard congestion, backing into tight industrial dock configurations
- Update ELD logs and Yard Management System (YMS) after each move
🚛 Driver Highlights
- Weekly earnings up to $1,750 depending on shifts and freight volume
- Home daily local shuttle operation
- 100% no-touch freight with drop & hook focus
- Predictable industrial freight lanes in West Michigan corridor
- Modern automatic transmission fleet equipment
- Steady manufacturing-driven dispatch cycles
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
6–12 months CDL-A experience required
Age
21+ years old
MVR
Clean driving record preferred, no major violations
Physical
Yard movement, coupling/uncoupling, tight dock backing
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Freightliner Cascadia & International LT day cabs
- Fleet average age: 2–7 years
- Features: Automatic transmission, yard GPS, ELD integration
- Transmission type: Automatic
- Maintenance program: Preventive maintenance with rapid repair turnaround
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily return schedule after shift completion
- Rotation between day and night manufacturing cycles
- Weekend shifts available based on plant demand
- Overtime opportunities during peak production periods
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Grand Rapids → Holland industrial manufacturing corridor (I-96 West)
- Walker logistics yards → Wyoming distribution hubs (US-131 loop)
- Zeeland plant pickups → Grand Rapids staging terminals
- Sparta component warehouses → West Michigan assembly plants
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need CDL-A for this job?
Yes, a valid CDL-A license is required for all shuttle operations.
How much experience is required?
6–12 months of CDL-A driving experience is preferred.
Is the work physically demanding?
Mainly yard movement, tight backing, and trailer coupling in industrial docks.
What shift structure is used?
Rotating day and night shifts based on manufacturing cycles.
Is overtime available?
Yes, overtime is available during peak production demand periods.
What type of freight is moved?
Industrial components, packaging materials, and finished goods.
💼 Career Opportunities
This Grand Rapids manufacturing shuttle role supports steady industrial freight movement across one of West Michigan’s most active production corridors. Drivers typically start in local yard and shuttle operations, gaining experience with high-frequency dock scheduling, tight backing environments, and structured drop-and-hook cycles. Over time, drivers can move into dedicated regional routes or higher-paying specialized freight lanes across Michigan and neighboring states. The consistency of manufacturing demand in furniture, automotive components, and packaging supply chains creates long-term driving stability. Additional advancement paths include yard supervisor roles, dispatch coordination, or fleet trainer positions. For drivers who prefer staying behind the wheel, senior shuttle assignments often provide preferred routes and more predictable schedules based on experience and performance.
🔗 CDL-A Manufacturing Shuttle Driver — Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids continues to operate as a strong inland manufacturing hub with steady freight demand driven by automotive suppliers, furniture production, and packaging distribution networks. This local shuttle position reflects typical West Michigan freight movement patterns where short-haul routes connect plants, staging yards, and regional warehouses along I-96 and US-131. Drivers benefit from home daily schedules, consistent dispatch cycles, and structured drop-and-hook freight that reduces downtime at docks. Pay ranges between $1,350–$1,750 per week depending on shift rotation and production demand. With stable industrial output and ongoing warehouse expansion in the region, local CDL-A shuttle operations remain a dependable segment of the trucking market offering predictable work and consistent freight volume throughout the year.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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