Yard Jockey (CDL CLASS A : 6:00AM-6:30PM)

About the role

Lassonde Pappas & Co. is a US Leader in beverage manufacturing dedicated to team members, customers, and consumer satisfaction. The company remains committed to its small-town roots and rural values, and since 1942 has been producing delicious products for customers across the country. It focuses on building the best team by creating and advancing an inclusive environment amongst a diverse workforce. The Yard Jockey will be responsible for assisting operations in an active trailer yard, performing a variety of duties including operating a spotter truck. This role reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and is based out of the Hendersonville, North Carolina location.

Responsibilities

• Correctly confirms the safe operational condition of vehicles and/or equipment before and after use
• Ensure vehicles and/or equipment and seal inspections
• Work with dispatch and warehouse staff regarding communicating, sequencing, and movement coordination
• Safely operate material handling equipment to load or unload materials and ensure proper closure of the trailer as necessary
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the trailer yard through meticulous attention to detail and daily yard audits
• Accountable for food safety, food quality, and regulatory requirements for their position
• Encouraged to notify management about actual or potential food safety issues
• Adopt and maintain all SQF requirements for their position
• Empowerment to work with supervision to resolve food safety and food quality issues within their scope of work
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid “Class-A” Commercial Driver’s License required
• One year of experience as a yard jockey operator required

Qualifications

• Experience in the food/beverage industry
• Previous experience in Manufacturing or production environment

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detailed oriented and have the ability to multi-task
• Proven organizational skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Growth and development potential
• 401-K
• Life & Disability Insurance
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Fairs
• Gym Membership Discounts

Pay

• Sign-On Bonus: $1,000, payable during the pay period following successful completion of 90 days of continuous employment
• Retention Bonuses: Two additional $500 bonuses paid at 6 months and 1 year of employment, contingent upon active employment and good standing
• Annual Merit Increases: Eligible for yearly performance-based pay increases
• All bonuses are subject to applicable federal and state tax withholdings