Feed Delivery Driver Job at Perdue Farms, Forsyth, GA

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  • Perdue Farms
  • Forsyth, GA

Job Description

Perdue Transportation Incorporated (PTI) is the private fleet for Perdue Foods, which has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins. With a team of safety-minded and professional drivers, we’re delivering on our promise of customer service and reliability. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

GETTING STARTED

Thanks for your interest in joining Perdue! Because this is a driver position supported by our Transportation team, we ask that all candidates apply through our TenStreet portal to ensure the best experience. Please follow the link below to apply via TenStreet. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Summary

Accurately and timely loads delivered according to feed order directives. Deliver to individual customers as assigned by dispatcher. Determine and convey needed repairs and/or preventative maintenance to fleet mechanics.

Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Ensures timely and accurate delivery of feed according to dispatcher scheduling.
  • Performs a pre-trip truck inspection according to a DOT sheet, reporting any deficiencies to proper fleet mechanics.
  • Ensure the correct weight of feed is loaded into the truck and the truck and correct weight is delivered to the farm locations.
  • Accurately operate boom to cleanly direct the feed into the holding bin assuring that feed is not spilled onto bin or ground, report spills and problems to the Mill Manager or dispatcher.
  • Ensures accurate recordkeeping of fuel purchases, trip tickets, daily logs and time sheets, no hold and feed pick up.
  • May need to climb truck (15 ft) to direct loa ding and occasionally uses a #5 sledgehammer to remove stuck feed as necessary.
  • Perform other duties as required

Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Requirements

  • Class A CDL license
  • 2+ years of CDL A driving, preferably delivering feed
  • Reading, writing and math skills

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

  1. Exposed to seasonal weather temperatures, and climate, significant amounts of airborne dust.
  2. In a stationary or moving position on a wet or moist, or dry or dusty, or dirty, or greasy floor with metal or plastic grating surface.
  3. Must have the ability to climb stairs, upon equipment, tractor and trailer, catwalks and work from various ladders.
  4. Noise exposure level of >110 dB.
  5. Light intensity range of <50 ft to 100 ft.
  6. Bending, twisting, lifting, reaching, sitting, and grasping varies in repetitions, distance, degrees, angle, weight, height, longest interval of time, objects grasped and body positions depends upon the task being performed and/ or the hand tools being used.
  7. Must be able to lift and control weights up to 10 pounds.
  8. Must be able to bend down and maintain a kneeling position.
  9. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
  10. Exposure to <50ppm of chlorinated water, >5 PPM of ammonia vapors, caustic detergents, lubricating oils and other chemicals found in a live poultry processing operation.
  11. May be required to wear disposable coveralls and disposable footwear covering for bio-security purposes.
  12. Personal protective equipment /devices as required by Perdue .

 

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Tags

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