At Suntory Global Spirits, we craft spirits of the highest quality and deliver brilliant experiences to people around the world. Suntory Global Spirits has evolved into the world's third largest leading premium spirits company ... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Suntory Global Spirits is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.
Role Responsibilities
- To hook, move, relocate and spot whiskey, whiskey barrels and other goods in circus wagons or in trailers, tankers to and from various locations.
- Keep Certificate Card in possession always.
- Prepare or assist in preparing loads, including Hazmat Tankers for shipments which require inspection placards and/or weighing to help maintain an efficient use of the tractor.
- Have knowledge of safety regulations and follow all State and Federal laws regarding driving.
- Must follow all laws and regulations promulgated by the Department of Transportation.
- Inspect daily and report any malfunctions that would impair the proper use of the tractor.
- Must be able to” head up” full barrels with the assistance of a helper.
- Must maintain equipment in a clean and orderly manner as time permits.
- Must have ability to check and adjust oil level, water level, tire pressure, and brakes.
- Maintain open communication with all concerned parties associated with daily operations (e.g. Road conditions, equipment needs, loading/unloading issues, etc.
Role Responsibilities
- Ability to be certified for your department (if applicable)
- Sanitation duties to keep working area clean and organized always.
- Safety is everyone’s responsibility: Identify risks and report violations, near misses or injuries immediately
- Knowledge of GMP’s, safety standards, quality standards and demonstrated ability to react and communicate effectively to issues.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Display a teamwork attitude
- Demonstrate the ability to read, write, and comprehend English with understanding as it relates to job tasks
- Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport with internal and external stakeholders
- Must be able to work in high places.
- Must have a valid Class “A “CDL operator’s license and pass all required D.O.T. requirements for endorsements in driving tractor-trailer vehicles, air brakes, tankers and Hazmat.
- Must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
Physical Requirments
- Roll 500 lb. barrels
- Lift 40 lbs. on a constant basis and 60 lbs. occasionally from floor to shoulder height. When situations arise where you are required to lift more than 50 lbs., It is recommended you use any Company provided equipment that you are qualified to operate, or the lift should be performed by two employees.
- Climb a minimum of two flights of stairs in succession
- Able to bend and stoop.
- Must be able to work in extremely hot, cold and dusty conditions.
- Ability to report to work and stay for duration of the day.
- Have acceptable (or corrected) visual acuity and depth perception. Have acceptable (or corrected) hearing.
- Must be physically able to fit into the space between ricks.
- Must have physical stamina to hook, move, relocate and spot a minimum of 75 trailers in an eight (8) hour day.
Other
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
This position is defined as a safety-sensitive position. Majority of the employee’s responsibilities include operating a company vehicle that can have disastrous consequences.
While relocation, immigration, and/or tax compliance support are not guaranteed, we may offer assistance to successful candidates depending on factors such as role requirements in accordance with company guidelines.
At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant’s skills and experience.
