TRUCK DRIVER - 2nd Shift
GRETNA, LA, US, 70053
McCormick & Company, Inc., a global leader in the spice, flavor, and seasonings industry, is seeking a full-time Truck Driver. This new hire will work in Zatarain's, located at 82 1st Street in Gretna, LA. This role will report to a Warehouse Manager.
McCormick & Company, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor with approximately 14,000 employees worldwide. With over $6 billion in annual sales across 160 countries and territories, we manufacture, market, and distribute spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry including e-commerce, retail,food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Our most popular brands include McCormick, French's, Frank's RedHot, Stubb's, OLD BAY, Lawry's, Zatarain's, Ducros, Vahiné, Cholula, Schwartz, Kamis, DaQiao, Club House, Aeroplane, and Gourmet Garden. Every day, no matter where or what you eat or drink, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick. Our Purpose is "To Stand Together for the Future of Flavor and our Vision is "A World United by Flavor—where healthy, sustainable and delicious go hand in hand."
As a company recognized for its exceptional commitment to employees, McCormick offers a wide variety of benefits, programs, and services. Benefits include, but are not limited to, tuition assistance, medical, dental, vision, disability, group life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing, paid holidays, and vacations.
Description of Position:
The truck driver position supports production by loading, receiving and or transporting materials to specified areas in production on a forklift and by moving trailers to and from the loading dock and offsite warehouse in the company truck. Under the general supervision of the Warehouse Manager, this individual must be able to remain fully attentive of their work surroundings while operating company vehicles. Individuals must be able to adapt to various work assignments; must keep their work area clean and follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines. In addition, individuals must work well with others in a supportive team environment to meet shipping, production, quality, and quantity standards.
Responsibilities:
- Support production using a forklift (Sit-down, Stand-Up Counterbalance, Stand Up Reach)
- Move trailers to and from the Shipping/Receiving dock to support Production in company truck.
- Transports goods between production plant and off-site storage facility.
- Accurately completes daily D.O.T. log and trip sheets.
- Utilization of inventory management system (SAP).
- Operates company trucks in a safe manner and ensures the equipment used is in good working order by checking and reporting equipment problems.
- Follows all safety and traffic rules when operating a company vehicle.
- Perform daily housekeeping duties including sweeping and collecting trash.
- Follow all safety and Good Manufacturing guidelines.
Required Qualifications:
- Must have valid Class A CDL.
- Must have 12 months of verifiable OTR experience.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and work well with others.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
- Forklift experience required (Sit-Down, Stand-Up Counterbalance, or Stand-Up Reach).
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.
Nearest Major Market: New Orleans