Local Truck Driver

Local Truck Driver

Location: Bethlehem, PA, US, 18020

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the Role

The Barry Callebaut local truck driver will be responsible for the safe and secure transportation of all Barry Callebaut goods throughout the Barry Callebaut network. Working hours: Monday to Friday. Key responsibilities include:

• Safety compliance- Following all safety regulations related to truck operation, including all regulations concerning local, state, and federal regulations
• Driving- To safely transport Barry Callebaut materials from within your working state. This would include traveling to and from any Barry Callebaut manufacturing sites, warehouses, and vendors in a professional manner
• Ensure accuracy of all Bill Of Ladings, by ensuring that products are of and for Barry Callebaut and the accuracy of same, and pick-up and delivery as instructed.
• Conduct Pre/Post trip inspections- They are mandatory for commercial motor vehicle drivers, requiring them to check key components like service brakes, parking brakes, steering mechanism, lights, tires, horns, windshield wipers, rear-vision mirrors, and coupling devices before operating the vehicle, ensuring the vehicle is in safe working order
• Route Planning- Familiarizing oneself with routes, navigating through different areas, and adjusting to changing traffic conditions
• Documentation-Maintaining accurate logs of driving hours, deliveries, and other necessary paperwork
• Customer service-Interacting with customers at delivery points, ensuring timely deliveries and the utmost professionalism
• FMCSA HOS- Driver must know, understand, and practice all Hours of Service rules and regulations for North America

About You

High school diploma or equivalent. At least 2 years of experience as a Truck Driver. Familiarity with the Bethlehem, PA area. Availability to work flexible schedules. Understanding North American Traffic laws/DOT regulations. CDL Class A -Clean driving record, with no more than 2 moving violations within the last 2 years. Proficient in using computers, EOD systems, and smartphones. Strong communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset. Proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving and execution. Effective time management and prioritization skills.

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility. An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women's Forum and the Racial Equality Forum! Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth. Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.