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Distribution Fork Truck Driver - 3rd Shift / 11pm to 7:30am / Sunday to Thursday

Perry's Ice Cream
Company Driver
On-site
Akron, New York, United States

Overview

Shift

3rd Shift / 11pm to 7:30am / Sunday to Thursday - Additional days or overtime as required to complete the daily demands      

 

About the Role:

As a core member of our distribution team, you will be expected to:

  • Perform all functions in the distribution warehouse(s) including loading, checking, lift/jack movement, housekeeping, inventory checks, and QC related procedures.
  • Work as a team in a fast-paced environment to meet departmental minimum requirements for units per hour and accuracy.
  • Work in our frozen warehouse with your primary duty being a Certified Lift Operator (CLO).

As your employer, Perry’s will help you to achieve all of the above goals through feedback, education, and continuous professional development.

 

What We’re Looking For:

  • Capable of working as a team in a fast-paced environment to meet departmental minimum requirements for units per hour and accuracy
  • Tolerance for working in a frozen, -20oF environment.  Hey, we give you a freezer suit and more frequent breaks!
  • Commitment to living Perry’s “values”
  • Willing to learn and adhere to Department specific Safe Quality Food requirements and Safety Guidelines 
  • Flexibility to work daily overtime as needed

Essential Duties:

  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. regularly
  • Ability to work in an extreme cold environment reaching temperatures below -20oF
  • Capable of pushing/pulling up to 2000 lbs. for an extended amount of time (on carts, dollies, pallets) within temperatures of -20oF
  • Must be able to stand and walk for upwards of 12 miles per shift while maintaining footing on icy/slippery floors
  • Ability to use proper lifting/bending techniques from ground level to over the head at times 
  • Ability to perform basic math calculations
  • Successfully complete OSHA certification for powered industrial vehicles
  • All other duties as assigned by supervisor
  • Primary duty as a Certified Lift Operator (CLO)

 

Sweet Benefits

In addition to the general perks of getting to work with ice cream and a fantastic team all day, Perry's also offers:

  • Health Insurance & Wellness Programs
  • Employer Paid Dental Plans
  • 401K with Employer Matching
  • Paid Family Leave
  • PTO
  • Employer Paid Life & LTD Insurances
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Opportunities for Continuous Learning & Promotion

 

Pay

Base Pay Rate:  $20.27 / hour - $22.53 / hour

Freezer Premium:  $1.25 / hour

Shift Differential:  $0.50 / hour

Certified Lift Operator Premium:  $1.00 / hour

Heavy Equipment Operator Premium:  $0.50 / hour

 

Perry's Ice Cream is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug free facility.