Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Essential Duties Responsibilities:

• Must have a Class A License or a current Class A permit
• Ability to safely load trucks and hostler trailers.
• Demonstrated ability to learn complex systems and concepts.
• Comfortable with PLC and controlled equipment.
• Must work around cleaning chemicals and be able to lift and carry 65 lbs.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Frequently check and refuel refer units in a timely manner throughout the shift.
• Upholds highest quality, safety, and cleanliness standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Expected to perform any duties necessary to support the team.
• Responsible for maintaining documentation associated with operations.
• Communicate clearly with incoming drivers from our outside suppliers.
• Upholds quality, safety, and cleanliness standards within designated areas.
• Ability and working knowledge on how to maintain the yard goat during day-to-day functions.
• Communicates with other team members to ensure efficient plant operations.
• Set-up oncoming shift for successful run.
• Complete hourly trailer checks for fuel, refer faults, ensure refrigerators are running and rear doors are closed when in use.
• Expected to perform any duties necessary to support the team.
• Obtain information necessary to perform duties at pre-shift tailgate meetings and by meeting with off-going Line Technician.

SQF Requirements…

• Maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the yard area in a sanitary manner.
• Report food safety problems to personal with authority to initiate action.
• Ensure all programs are being upheld and documentation is current.

Coverage…

• Yard Hostler Job Description and are able to perform coverage in this position as needed.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Solid mechanical skills
• Computer knowledge is essential
• Ability to work well with people
• Excellent communication skills
• Multi-tasked Individual
• Ability to work independently
• Class A Driver’s License Permit is Required

Skills and Competencies

• Sitting: Long periods in the yard truck
• Bending: Frequently
• Lifting: Heavy (50+ lbs) frequently
• Carrying: Heavy (40-60 lbs) frequently distance Pushing/Pulling: under 75 lbs without assistance frequently
• Climbing: Frequently

This position is graveyard position and will be working 12 hr shifts. Hours are 5 pm to 5:30 am

For candidates based in California, this position starts at $25.60/hr per the CBA.

If you are a California resident, the information you provide to Hood is subject to Hood’s California Consumer Privacy Act Notice

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

The pay range for this position is$25.60—$32 USD

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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