Class A CDL Driver (3754)

Overview Perricone Farms has partnered with Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company. Perricone Farms is seeking a CDL Driver for the Fort Pierce facility. This is a full-time, day-shift role located in Vero Beach, FL 32968, with a road-focused travel requirement and a benefits package including health, vision, dental, life insurance, and a 401K plan. Summary: Responsible for operating trucks for hauling, storage and accessibility. Assist with the needs of the Extraction team through various projects. Responsibilities Daily, ensure trailers are in place for production staff to access materials easily. Daily, move trailers between the yard and on-site and off-site cooler locations. As needed, take truck/trailers to weigh station. Bring dump trailers around to pavement to empty trash receptacles. As needed, operate fruit unloading ramp. As needed, clean up fruit unloading area. Operate forklift to load and unload drums, materials and other production items as needed. Maintain a level of professionalism in attitude with staff. Daily, operate the trucks, forklift and other machinery such as the electric pallet jack safely. Assist in other areas of production as directed by Production Leads, Manager or other supervisory staff. Maintain truck log according to state and federal regulations. Maintain telephone contact with supervisor to receive pickup and delivery instructions. Load and unload trucks. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections prior to checking truck equipment and supplies (tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water). As needed, perform emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, and spark plugs. Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Understand and comply with regulatory standards and certifications such as SQF, USDA and HACCP. Ensure that all SQF, Organic, Non-GMO procedures are followed to prevent cross-contamination. If food and/or employee safety is jeopardized, report unsafe conditions and/or acts to the supervisor immediately; attempt to remedy the condition if possible. Adhere to and enforce company policies and safety regulations. Understand, comply with and implement company policies and procedures. Ensure the proper use of all machinery and maintain a safe work environment. Food Safety Requirements/Responsibilities Comply with all Plant, State and Federal OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations. Organizational Relationships Position reports to Operations Manager. #J-18808-Ljbffr