JR Simplot Company- Caldwell Plant

Facility info

Entry & Check-In Gate 5 entrance (west side). Self-check-in kiosk — have CDL, 6-digit appointment number, and current trailer temperature ready. Call box at gate. Scale on-site with weight display. Appointments Strict on appointment times — arrive an hour early maximum. No-show without appointment means 20+ hour waits. Being late gets you worked in after scheduled trucks but staff stay professional about it. Load Times Wildly inconsistent. Range: 45 minutes to 8+ hours. Canadian produce loads fastest (20–25 min if on time). Frozen loads slower and more variable. Plan for minimum 2–4 hours, but expect up to 6–8. Friday–Sunday busier with skeleton crew. Pre-Check Requirements Trailer must be clean and pre-cooled to 0°F or below. Non-compliance causes rejection or delays. Facility Dirt parking lot on left after entry. Ample overnight parking available. Driver lounge with basic amenities. Only one restroom stall — expect waits. DoorDash delivery available. No food nearby otherwise. Staff Generally pleasant and professional. One reported issue with guard shack staff (unprofessional behavior noted). Most interactions positive. Pace occasionally frustrates drivers during heavy volumes. Docking Plenty of space to maneuver and back. Wide spacing between docks. Can park near scale/exit to complete breaks if needed. Load Type Specifics New Brunswick loads process in one building; other produce in opposite room. Staff will direct you.