Class A CDL Driver (3rd Shift) (2361)

Perricone Juices•Vero Beach, FL

5d•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Perricone Farms has partnered with the renowned Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company, bringing together two leaders in the premium citrus juice market. This strategic acquisition creates a powerful, dynamic company poised for significant growth, combining Perricone’s expertise in craft citrus juices with Natalie’s reputation for high-quality, fresh-squeezed products. The merger expands the company’s reach and strengthens its position in the industry, offering exciting opportunities for innovation and growth. Perricone Farms is seeking a Driver (Class A) for the Vero Beach facility. This is a dynamic role that provides long-term, stable employment along with a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to health, vision, dental, life insurance, and a 401K plan. Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate depending on the shift Shift / Hours: 3rd Shift; Monday - Friday @11:30pm to 7:30am, possible Saturday (If needed)) Summary: Responsible for operating trucks for the purpose of hauling, storage and accessibility. Assist with the needs of the Extraction team through various projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one-year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education.
Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Current Class A License and DOT certification.

Responsibilities

Daily, ensure trailers are in place for production staff to access materials easily.
Daily, move trailers to and from yard to on site and off site cooler locations.
As needed take truck/trailers to weigh station.
Bring dump trailer 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, ensure that you 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.
Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations.
Maintains telephone contact with supervisor to receive pick up and delivery instructions.
Loads and unloads trucks.
Performs pre and post trip inspections prior to include checking truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
As needed performs emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, fuses, tire chains, and spark plugs.
Daily, adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Understands and complies 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.
In the event that Food and/or Employee safety is jeopardized, you are responsible for reporting unsafe conditions and/or acts to supervisor immediately.
If possible, attempt to remedy the unsafe condition and/or act.
Adheres to and enforces company policies and safety regulations.
Responsible for understanding, complying and implementing company policies and procedures.
Responsible for ensuring the proper use of all machinery and creating a safe work environment.
Comply with all Plant, State and Federal OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations.