Class A CDL Driver (3754)

Perricone Juices; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401K plan

Job summary

Perricone Juices is seeking a full-time CDL Driver for their Fort Pierce facility in Vero Beach, FL. This role involves operating trucks for hauling, storage, and assisting the Extraction team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for daily operations including moving trailers, conducting safety inspections, and adhering to strict food safety regulations.

The position includes benefits such as health, vision, dental, life insurance, and a 401K plan. Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and safe operation of machinery is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL and experience in truck operation.
• Ability to perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Familiarity with food safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trucks and equipment before and after trips.
• Operate trucks and forklifts safely throughout the facility.
• Maintain contact with supervisors for instructions.
• Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices and safety regulations.

Skills

Safe operation of trucks

Forklift operation

Knowledge of state and federal regulations

Job description

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.