Delivery Driver

POSITION PURPOSE

The Manufacturing Delivery Driver performs various service functions to assist and support the delivery of finished goods to customers. This position is responsible for ensuring timely delivery of goods to predetermined customers on specific routes, reviewing orders prior to delivery, loading and unloading trucks and providing exceptional customer service to our client base.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Conduct inspections of vehicle before departing to deliver goods
2. Pack and load products onto trucks according to company's specifications
3. Deliver orders to customers on assigned routes
4. Maintain ongoing communication with route dispatcher
5. Unload goods as per client specifications
6. Review deliveries with customers to ensure products meet their needs
7. Obtain delivery confirmations from each customer

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS

1. Assist the Department Team Leader in daily tasks, fill in for absenteeism
2. Notify the Department Team Leader of problems with equipment, devices, or products.
3. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the following education and/or experience.

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Minimum 1 year's experience as Delivery Driver
• Clean driving record
• Strong customer service skills
• Must possess a positive and professional attitude

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift 100 pounds and push or pull 150 pounds
• Ability to read reports, orders, and other documentation.
• This position is frequently exposed to noise, cold or hot temperatures, dirt/dust, moving parts, fumes/odors, and heavy machinery and equipment.
• Ability to see and read reports, and other documentation; an ability to hear; and an ability to use fingers to handle paper and input data into computers.
• This position may require some exposure to a manufacturing/warehouse environment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to input detailed and accurate data into computers, tablet or phone
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and work independently.