AM Dock Lead, Stuart

Pero Family Farms Food Company LLC•Stuart, FL

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment, and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike. The AM Dock Lead is primarily responsible for the effective shipping and receiving functions of the dock in regards to the forklift drivers, unloading, and loading both inbound and outbound trucks. The Dock Lead will report directly to the Shipping and Receiving Assistant Manager.

Requirements

High School Diploma or greater
Lift and Carry weight ranging from 0 to 25 pounds with frequency
Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching, and stooping
Frequent Standing
Knowledge of operating warehouse equipment
Ability to be mobile throughout work areas
Basic mathematical and literacy skills.
Good communication skills.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of Dock Experience is preferred
Knowledge of the Spanish language is preferred
Knowledge of Forklift and Computer Systems is preferred

Responsibilities

Leading dock operations – either in receiving or outbound
Help train new employees in the process of receiving and/or outbound
Lead team in handling of incoming freight
Communicate with Shipping Office staff to coordinate dock door assignment of incoming carriers based on the Priority Load List and Load Planner.
Prepare cartons on a scale for QC to inspect proper weight of products (I.E Bean Loads)
Prepare shipment, including coordination of staging and wrapping pallets.
Direct the loading and unloading of palletized produce from tractor trailers
Lead team in rotating product based on instructions from the Quality Control and Quality Assurance Manager or the Inventory Control Manager
Assist forklift drivers and stackers as necessary
Operate forklifts and electric manual hand jacks (following proper training)
Coordinate and assist with warehouse cleaning at the end of shift
Monitor proper PPE (personal protective equipment) that is required to be worn
Must follow GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices), USDA, and DOL standards
Must follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Occupational Safety Procedures, and all Floor Safety guidelines related to the position or being on the Warehouse Floor.