CDL Driver

Job Summary: The CDL Driver transports ingredients, finished goods, pallets, and other materials between locations. The CDL Driver is responsible for operating a commercial vehicle, ensuring timely deliveries, maintaining accurate records, and complying with all federal, state and company safety regulations.

Essential Functions:

Operate commercial vehicles safely and efficiently

Transport ingredients, finished goods, pallets, equipment and other materials to and from designated locations safely and on time

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle and trailer inspections

Load and unload ingredients, finished goods, pallets, equipment and other materials using a forklift or pallet jack

Secure cargo to prevent damage in transit

Complete and maintain accurate inspection reports, delivery records, and other required documentation

Follow all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, traffic laws, and company policies

Maintain appropriate communication through expected channels, reporting any delays, hazards, safety issues, damage to persons or property, and vehicle maintenance needs promptly

Participate in inventory counts

Identify opportunities for process improvements or cost savings

Responsible for reporting food safety issues

Adhere to all company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

Perform routine housekeeping tasks in assigned areas

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Valid Commercial Driver’s License

Clear driving record and ability to pass DOT drug and alcohol screening

Ability to pass company background check and drug/alcohol screening

Minimum of two years commercial driving experience

Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety standards

Experience driving a forklift and using a pallet jack

Experience working in a manufacturing or food production environment preferred

Ability to learn and apply company standards, including but not limited to, lock-out/tag-out, safety practices, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), warehouse safety rules, company policies, etc.

Ability to apply basic math skills to daily work

High school diploma or equivalent

At least 18 years old

Excellent customer service and communication (oral/written) skills

Strong initiative, problem solving, organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Reliable and willing to commit to attendance expectations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and Microsoft Teams

Experience using WMS and RF scanning systems

Ability to work successfully with all levels of employees and management

Experience and/or ability to excel in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment

Ability to communicate and understand instructions in English

The company is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Working Conditions/Physical Factors:

Ability to sit, walk, stand or drive for up to 12 hours per day

Ability to operate a forklift or pallet jack safely

Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds or more on frequent basis

Individual will be on production or warehouse floor with exposure to heat, dust and allergens such as nuts, peanuts, dairy and grains

Must be able to ascend and descend building stairways and ramps to perform tasks required in job description

Position requires frequent sitting, standing, reaching, walking, lifting, grasping, bending and twisting

Ability to work and drive in various weather conditions and traffic conditions

Ability to enter and exit vehicles and buildings frequently to move goods and perform vehicle and trailer inspections

Evening, weekend and holiday work may be required

Other Duties as Assigned: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, but to serve as a guideline. Management retains the ability to adjust job responsibilities as needed.