Grounds Maintenance Logistics

Fresh-Squeezed Legacy, Bold New Chapter

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.

Your Next Pour: The Opportunity

Tropicana Brands Group is looking for a Logistics to support our Grounds Maintenance team. This role will be responsible for operating all Grounds Maintenance logistic equipment (forklift, roll off truck, street sweeper, front-end loader, farm tractor, etc.).  

Additional responsibilities will include:

• Operate all Grounds Maintenance logistic equipment (forklift, rolloff truck, street sweeper, front-end loader, farm tractor, etc.).  
• Must have valid CDL at time of bidding. 
• Ability to lift, pull and/or push up to 60 pounds. 
• Ability to walk long distances 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time 
• Ability to climb and descend stairs 
• Operate golf cart, street sweeper, fork truck, high lift, and other equipment as directed 
• Maintain current licenses as needed for all equipment operated 
• Monitor and empty, as needed, 50. gal trash containers 
• Monitor and empty Dumpsters into appropriate receptacles 
• Operate Trash Compactors to maximum usage 
• Empty scrap metal bins into appropriate scrap metal containers 
• Notify appropriate personnel when contracted haulers trash containers and scrap metal containers are full 
• Ensure separation of trash, scrap wood, and scrap metal before discarding 
• Inspect and drain rainwater from secondary containment areas when required 
• Police plant site for fruit, litter, and debris as directed and dispose of properly 
• Support production and service departments as directed 
• Be familiar with and able to use assorted hand tools (i.e. drills, hammers, screw drivers, shovels, rakes, etc. for assorted tasks) 
• Able to patch/repair potholes with asphalt as directed 
• Possess basic problem-solving skills 

Purpose: 

• Maintain facility premises according to Tropicana guidelines for cleanliness and to support production efforts as needed. 
• Maintain facility in a sanitary condition so as to meet GMP, OSHA, USDA, FDA, and AIB standards. 
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with Tropicana Brands Group Values and Code of Conduct 
• Promote a positive team environment 
• Build the capability of the organization through training 

Safety: 

• Ensure all safety rules, procedures, policies, and GMP are followed 
• Set the example for others by demonstrating adherence to safety rules, procedures, policies, and GMP 
• Proactively and aggressively address safety gaps 
• Participate in department safety audits and department walk-throughs 

Foundational Ingredients: Requirements

• Must be located in Bradenton, FL, surrounding area, or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to be onsite at the manufacturing facility on a full-time basis
• Must be able to perform physical tasks for the duration of the shift, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting/moving items weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future  

Benefits

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance, 401(K), and Pension Plan. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.