Driver, Component

When it comes to baking, BakeMark has its own secret ingredient: a team of passionate talented employees. For over 100 years, BakeMark has stood for excellence in quality and service, for our customers, our stakeholders and our colleagues. We attribute our success to our colleagues and their contributions towards meeting the needs of our customers and stakeholders. We shall share our values and ways of working. We are passionate about the baking industry. We excel at creating strong partnerships within the company and with our loyal customers. We love to innovate and thrive to manufacture and deliver performing bakery products and world-class customer service.

With over 100 years of service to the baking industry, BakeMark is recognized as an industry leader and trusted partner for quality bakery ingredients, products, supplies and service. BakeMark is a manufacturer and distributor with 23 branches conveniently-located across the U.S.

At BakeMark we appreciate our employees and their families and offer a competitive pay and a full suite of benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance (Comprehensive healthcare benefits package, with many coverage options at a very low employee cost)
• 401K (generous retirement benefits) with a Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off

Position Summary: The CDL Class A Driver is responsible for safely operating a commercial vehicle to transport products to customer locations, distribution centers, and other designated destinations. This position requires compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, company safety standards, and delivery schedules while providing outstanding customer service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial vehicle and transport products to assigned destinations.
• Verify delivered products against invoices and document any discrepancies.
• Prepare and maintain delivery receipts and related documentation.
• Collect customer payments when required and according to invoice instructions.
• Maintain accurate driver logs in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Communicate effectively with Branch Management regarding routes, deliveries, and issues.
• Load and unload products safely and efficiently.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, including tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and other equipment.
• Safely operate warehouse and delivery equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, lift gates, loading docks, and ramps.
• Adhere to all DOT regulations, company safety policies, and industry best practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper condition of all assigned equipment.
• Take appropriate measures to prevent damage to company products, equipment, and facilities.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer requests and concerns to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Treat all internal and external customers with professionalism, courtesy, and respect.
• Support and uphold company policies, procedures, and values.
• Demonstrate accountability and understand how individual actions impact customers, coworkers, and the organization.
• Exemplify BakeMark's core values of Partnership, Performance, and Passion in all assigned duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class A Driver's License.
• Clean driving record and ability to meet company and DOT requirements.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of tractor-trailer driving experience (or as otherwise required by company standards).
• Ability to pass a DOT physical examination, drug screening, and background check.
• Strong commitment to safety, customer service, and professionalism.
• Ability to lift, load, unload, and move products as required.

BakeMark is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BakeMark via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written agreement in place for this position from BakeMark HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of BakeMark. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by BakeMark as a result of the referral or through other means.

BakeMark is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment, in accordance with the requirements of all applicable state and federal laws, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, age or any other basis prohibited by law.