ABOUT UDA:

UDA is a local, family-owned, dairy cooperative committed to serve the needs of our members, community, and customers by providing high quality milk and dairy products. As the only milk marketing co-op in the state, UDA oversees the production, processing, and marketing of Arizona’s finest milk products from farm to Retail in 48 hours or less. From sweet cream and butter to non-fat dry milk, UDA provides milk products to manufactures and supermarket chains throughout the Grand Canyon State.

Our motto at UDA is “United in Excellence.” The dairy industry’s success isn’t built on one dairy or brand, it’s built on the community as a whole - this includes our amazing employees. When you join UDA, you’re not just joining a business, you’re joining a family. Since 1960 UDA has been headquartered, operated, and managed in Arizona. We strive to provide our employees with rewarding career opportunities aimed at long-term stability, growth, and advancement. We put our heart and soul into our products and value our team who show up, every day and do the work.

JOB SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

This position will require an individual to be self-motivated and have a general knowledge of how to follow procedures. Inventory management experience, a safe driving record, and the ability to learn the basic principles of the dairy industry will be required. This is a hands-on position.

Schedule: M-F 6am-3:30pm

QUALIFICATIONS: ((All trucks have automatic transmissions)
Skills & Abilities: 

• General knowledge of mechanical and instrumentation equipment
• Ability to operate fork truck.
• Ability to handle bulk chemicals
• Must be able to work 8-10 hour shifts.
• Requires ability to read, hear, speak, and comprehend and carry out verbal and written instructions

Experience:

• Minimum one (1) year driving experience preferred with Class A CDL, Tanker and HAZMAT endorsements
• Experience with propane forklift operation
• Previous experience in a warehouse, production, or delivery driver preferred

Education/Certifications:

• High School Diploma or Educational Equivalent
• Truck Driving School certificate
• Must have clean driving record with current MVR
• CDL Class A with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements 

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Prepare loads and load delivery trucks.
• Receive and pull product into inventory and stock in appropriate locations.
• Oversee inventory levels.
• Assist customers as needed.
• Deliver products to dairies.
• Perform general site maintenance duties and clean and maintain warehouse.
• Wash company vehicles.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly forklift inspections & maintenance as required by OSHA.
• Adhere to all municipal, state and federal regulatory compliance, reporting any nonconformity.
• Adhere to all UDA quality policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity.
• Adhere to all UDA safety policies and procedures, reporting any nonconformity.
• Other duties as required.*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment & Demands
Physical and environmental demands for this position are indicated below: (check all that are applicable)Physical Demands:

• Requires ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Requires ability to stoop, bend, reach, lift, climb ladders and carry items up to 50lbs. on a regular basis
• Requires ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Requires ability to work safely with hazardous chemicals.

Requires ability to hear and speak.Other DutiesThe above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. This is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees will be expected to perform duties that do not appear on the job description. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.EEO Statement:UDA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.  

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Disability Insurance
•  Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Paid Time Off
• Shift Pay Differential
• Education Assistance
• On-site Fitness Center
• On-Site Health Clinic 

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list; employees may be subject to additional, or altered, tasks and the scope of the role may change as necessitated by business demands. UDA will not consider any application submissions from unauthorized third-parties, consulting, or external staffing firms and will not be held subject, or liable, to any terms, fees, or penalties associated with a submission.

UDA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.