Yard Jockey/Shipping and Receiving Assistant Supervisor, PA at Pero Farms PA LLC – Hanover, Pennsylvania

Title: Yard Jockey/Shipping and Receiving Assistant Supervisor

Reports To: Warehouse Manager

Location: Hanover, PA

Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Non-Exempt

COMPANY SUMMARY

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

POSITION SUMMARY

The duties of the Yard Jockey/Shipping and Receiving Assistant Supervisor include but are not limited to, proper inbound receiving, outbound shipping and storage operations on the floor. The Yard Jockey/Shipping and Receiving Assistant Supervisor is the immediate floor supervisor overseeing the forklift drivers and/or stackers, regarding safety, sanitation and associate accountability. This role is the essential point of reference for day-to-day activities, serving as a "go to" person for questions regarding how to perform a specific task.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions of the Yard Jockey/Shipping and Receiving Assistant Supervisor include but are not limited to:

• Ensuring yard activity functionalities
• Clocking people in and out at the start of each shift
• Serves as the liaison to assign and distribute the forklift keys to each associate
• Maintains and tracks availability of dock doors
• Facilitates the compliance status (indoors loaded or empty) and pending inbound to be unloaded
• Monitors the coolers and performs periodic walks around the warehouse, checking for available space for potential inbound loads for the day
• Carries a radio for direct communication with the shipping office in order to provide available doors and staging. They are the main link between dock and office personnel
• Turns on/off truck reefers when needed
• Direct communication with Dock/QC Department on all aspects of standards to be met
• Checks cooler for loads pending and receiving
• Distributes and assigns personnel throughout the day, following guidance of the Warehouse Supervisors
• Assigns pick tickets to the forklift drivers according to workload
• Safely maintains the operation of the forklift adhering to all safety requirements and internal policies
• Compliance with company policies and regulations regarding the loading and unloading of the inbound/outbound shipments
• Inbound segregation and processing of particular commodities into inventory or cross docking procedures
• Safely back and dock vendors and Pero trailers into the dock and the yard parking
• Properly and safely use the yard equipment operating controls including the yard spotter components
• Coupling and uncoupling trailers
• Perform pre/post usage inspection for the yard equipment including the yard spotter and trailers
• Efficiently and safely building/picking up orders for outbound shipments
• Safe operations of the dock levelers and its functionalities
• Accuracy when auditing inbound and outbound shipments
• Follows safety policies and procedures including safe power equipment operations
• Follow compliance with GMP, USDA, DOL, DOT, and OSHA standards
• Follows all company policies

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

This position requires 1-2 years of experience or any equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High School Education/G.E.D. or applicable certification preferred
• Knowledge of warehouse operations preferred but not necessary
• Knowledge of forklift and computer systems preferred
• Experience with produce distribution software systems preferred
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Working knowledge of basic produce standards and customer fresh wrap specifications preferred
• Strong communication skills and the desire to work with other team members

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in a warehouse, yard, and cooler environment with varying temperatures, including refrigerated areas
• Regular exposure to outdoor elements while operating in the yard (heat, humidity, rain)
• Frequent exposure to produce-related environments, including fumes from commodities such as onions and peppers
• Exposure to cleaning and sanitation chemicals (e.g., chlorine and similar agents)
• Regular interaction with powered industrial equipment, including forklifts and yard spotters
• High-traffic environment with continuous movement of trucks, trailers, and warehouse personnel
• Requires use of radios and other communication devices for coordination between dock and office operations
• Must adhere to strict safety, GMP, USDA, DOL, DOT, and OSHA regulations at all times
• Overtime and extended hours may be required based on operational needs
• Fast-paced environment requiring constant coordination, supervision, and decision-making

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent sitting while operating yard equipment and forklifts
• Frequent use of hands for firm grasping, controls operation, and handling materials
• Repetitive use of feet for operating pedals and equipment controls
• Ability to lift and carry materials ranging from 5 to 50 pounds on a frequent basis
• Frequent walking and standing throughout the warehouse and yard
• Occasional to frequent kneeling, squatting, and bending
• Reaching above shoulder level as needed to perform job duties
• Occasional repetitive hand motions, including use of tools such as knives or peelers
• Ability to safely mount and dismount equipment and trailers
• Sufficient visual and spatial awareness to safely operate equipment and maneuver in tight spaces

COMPANY BENEFITS/PERKS

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the companies needs evolve.