Mastronardi Produce pioneered the commercial greenhouse industry in North America, and we’re now the leading greenhouse vegetable company on the continent. Our award-winning, flavorful produce is packed under the SUNSET® brand and is available at leading grocery retailers across North America. Family owned for over 65 years, we pride ourselves on having the most flavorful products and the best people in the industry. We are constantly pushing boundaries to be a leader in fresh produce innovation. We seek individuals that demonstrate our PRIDE values (Passion, Respect, Innovation, Drive, Excellence) to help us fulfill our mission to inspire healthy living through WOW flavor experiences. Our Kingsville Headquarters is currently seeking a Trucking Safety and Compliance Specialist to join our Logistics team. The essential function of this positionis to ensure compliance with ALL relevant transportation regulations in the US and Canada and plan and coordinate quarterly safety meeting for all truck drivers.
Values:
To perform the job successfully, the incumbent’s behavior must be consistent with the PRIDE values expected of all Mastronardi Produce employees: be Passionate; have Respect; be Innovative; be Driven and strive for Excellence.
Primary Responsibilities:
Ensure compliance with ALL relevant commercial transportation regulations in the US and Canada
Plan and coordinate safety meeting for all truck drivers
Monitor and maintain third party training for fleet
Maintain all equipment files (trucks, Trailers, Chassis, and yard equipment) & maintain the Preventive Maintenance Program
Manage and maintain all Driver Qualification files. Ensuring all documents are up to date.
Monitor and review HOS compliance and accuracy and correct issues
Produce monthly CVOR violation rates and submit it to the Operations Manager
Ensure driver operator’s safety manual is current and ready to distribute at safety meetings
Produce spot “Hot Topic” safety alerts for drivers and write up, edit and publish newsletters
Conduct and/or assist with accident/collision and incident investigation
Communicate with designated company personnel regarding claims
Visit accident sites occasionally as needed
Occasionally assist the dispatch department with dispatch related tasks
Coordinate and plan Chauffeur Drivers assignments
Occasionally assist the leadership team with specific projects and initiatives
Other responsibilities as assigned
Completion of high school required. Education related to transportation safety is preferred.
Minimum 3 years of work experience in a Trucking Safety and Compliance Role is required.
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Advanced understanding of MTO, DOT, NSC, , , and FMCSA regulations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Some knowledge of equipment maintenance protocol
Solid organizational skills and ability to balance competing priorities
Proficient in MS Excel and MS Word
Proactive and solution focused
Able to analyze data and make recommendations
Must be able to work collaboratively
Must have a car, valid driver’s license and ability to be insured
Please note: Mastronardi Produce has accommodation processes and policies in place and provides accommodation for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or documented medical need, please contact the Human Resource office so that arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodation to be put into place before you begin your employment.
Salary is $70k/yr CAD
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