Transportation Coordinator (3243)

Transportation CoordinatorPerricone Juices (aka Perricone Farms), a leading citrus juice supplier located in Fort Pierce, FL. We are looking to hire a Transportation Coordinator to join our team! If you are seeking long-term, consistent, full-time/year-round employment, and you like a fast-paced, physical position that keeps you active with an above-average benefits package this is the place for you! 1st Shift - Monday - Friday @ 5am - 1:30pm; Possible weekend work, if needed The Transportation Coordinator supports Perricone Farms' transportation and logistics operations by coordinating daily routing, dispatch, carrier communication, and compliance activities. This role ensures the accurate and timely delivery of customer orders, assists with fleet documentation and maintenance scheduling, and helps maintain compliance with DOT and food safety regulations. The Transportation Coordinator serves as a key liaison between drivers, warehouse teams, customer service, and third-party carriers to ensure efficient and compliant operations. Primary Objective: Provide operational support for transportation and logistics functions with a focus on: Scheduling and routing daily deliveries Coordinating with drivers, warehouse, and customer service teams Maintaining compliance documentation and records Supporting food safety and quality standards Transportation Operations & Coordination: Prepare and maintain daily delivery schedules and route plans Dispatch and communicate instructions to Class A drivers and third-party carriers Monitor delivery status and proactively address delays or exceptions Coordinate yard flow, trailer staging, and freezer logistics with warehouse staff Assist with shipment planning, routing, and order documentation Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to PPE and workplace safety protocols Support compliance with DOT, FMCSA, CHP, ARB, OSHA, and FDA regulations Maintain accurate, organized records to support audits and inspections Communication & Support: Serve as a primary point of contact between transportation, warehouse, and customer service teams Communicate delivery issues and escalate concerns as needed Assist in resolving customer and carrier-related delivery issues Participate in safety and logistics meetings Fleet & Reporting Support: Track fleet maintenance schedules and assist with preventative maintenance planning Monitor transportation KPIs, including on-time delivery and order accuracy Prepare daily and weekly reports for leadership Assist with gathering freight rate and carrier data Food Safety Responsibilities: Comply with FDA, SQF, HACCP, GMP, Non-GMO, and Organic standards Support food safety audits and inspections Follow all food safety and quality protocols Qualifications: Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred 12 years of experience in transportation, logistics, dispatch, or warehouse operations Experience in food, beverage, or cold-chain logistics preferred Skills & Competencies: Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Working knowledge of DOT and transportation regulations Experience with ERP/WMS systems preferred (NetSuite and RFSmart a plus) Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching Ability to work in cold, noisy environments Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and RF scanning equipment Work Environment: Refrigerated warehouse and loading dock setting Exposure to cold temperatures, noise, and moving equipment Occasional outdoor work (yard and trailer checks) Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times Organizational Relationships: Reports To: Transportation Manager Collaborates With: Drivers, Warehouse Operations, Customer Service, QA, Maintenance, and Logistics teams