Driver Lead

Description ABOUT QCD: Established in 2006, Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a subsidiary of GSF, is a custom last-mile distribution company specializing in tailored solutions for selected food service Industry customers. Headquartered in Frisco, Texas, QCD services thousands of restaurants throughout the United States. Providing over 37,000 deliveries a week from 25 strategically located distribution centers, the QCD fleet averages more than 40 million miles driven per year. QCD associates also help run a national non-profit, the GSF Foundation. Driver Lead – CHR What You’ll Do: Drive for more than just a paycheck. At QCD, our local CDL drivers are the heartbeat of our supply chain - delivering products with precision, care, and pride. If you’re looking for a stable, high-earning, career-building opportunity that gets you home daily, you’re in the right place. In This Role, You’ll: Perform daily transportation duties while serving as a lead resource for the driver team. Assist with scheduling, route coverage, and shift coordination to support smooth operations. Support the Driver Supervisor/Transportation Manager in monitoring performance, addressing concerns, and reinforcing company policies. Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections, reporting maintenance needs promptly. Safely operate tractor-trailers to transport and deliver products, including managing backhauls. Train, mentor, and support new drivers, reinforcing safety and service standards. Act as the first point of escalation for on-route issues, ensuring timely communication with dispatch and leadership. Promote and model a culture of safety, compliance, and teamwork across the driver group. What You’ll Bring: A valid Class A CDL, current DOT medical card, and at least 1 year of tractor-trailer driving and delivery experience. Ability to lift 5–75+ lbs., stay active throughout the shift, and work in multi-temperature environments (coolers/freezers). Strong customer service skills and clear communication with dispatch, store teams, and fellow drivers. Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as part of a 24/7 operation. Ability to complete vehicle inspections, maintain DOT logs, and meet all compliance requirements, including reading and speaking English as required by DOT regulations. The Schedule & Setting: Must be available for nights, weekends, and holidays. All trailers equipped with lift gates - no ramps. Touch freight with repetitive lifting 75+ lbs. Pay & Benefits: Starting pay: $30.00/hour. Weekly pay (every Friday). Company-provided uniforms and work shoes. WHY JOIN US We're not just in the business of distribution - we're in the business of development. Your ambition accelerates our whole team's progress. We provide clear paths for career advancement, from entry-level to leadership, backed by comprehensive training and development programs. As we grow with our customers, our associates navigate the next turn in their supply chain careers. Opportunities are always on the road ahead with QCD and throughout the Golden State Foods family of companies. At QCD, our people-first culture is grounded in simple values: treat others the way you want to be treated, hold yourself to a high standard, and always do the right thing. We believe in shared success because when our people thrive, our customers do, too. QCD is the place to be, if you believe in living our values-driven culture - celebrating wins together, learning from challenges, exploring bold ideas, collaborating for shared success, prioritizing people first and giving back to our community. Equal Opportunity Employer We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. QCD values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr