Overnight Lead Driver

Job Description New Seasons Market is a neighborhood market founded in 2000 that celebrates local communities and the food they eat. We honor our region’s farmers, ranchers, growers and makers and aim to build community through good food. We are now part of Good Food Holdings, a collection of regional specialty grocers dedicated to service and quality. Lead Driver Warehouse – New Seasons Market, 1140 SE 7th Ave, Portland, Oregon, United States of America Location: Oregon and Southwest Washington region. The Lead Driver delivers products to New Seasons Market stores and operates a variety of fleet vehicles up to 26,000 GVW. Responsibilities include route planning, safety compliance, vehicle maintenance coordination, and training of other drivers. The role requires a valid driver licence, ability to travel to store locations and events across the United States, and a DOT medical card. General Requirements Understand and model our company culture. Embrace an agile work environment and guide others through change. Build community within and outside of New Seasons Market and New Leaf Community Markets. Work cooperatively with team members, customers and vendors to create a respectful workplace. Manage own time flexibly, shift tasks as priorities change, and problem‑solve creatively. Use strategic thinking, data and industry knowledge to create competitive advantage. Communicate confidently and adapt to different styles. Give and receive constructive feedback supporting a Speak‑Up culture. Maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment with sensitive information. Adhere to work and food safety policies set by the company and regulatory agencies. Follow all company rules and site‑specific guidelines. Position Responsibilities Drive various New Seasons Market fleet vehicles including Sprinter Vans, Ambient Box Trucks, and Refrigerated Trucks. Deliver bakery and other items to stores in the Oregon/SW Washington region. Make special deliveries or pickups for small vendors, local vendors and supported programs. Follow assigned routes with attention to safety, schedule, and product integrity; support drivers with route efficiency. Maintain vehicle security and cleanliness, perform truck cab inspections, and assist with chaining and equipment maintenance. Follow all food safety and HACCP procedures and safety regulations. Complete DVIRs, temperature logs, and oversee staff completion. Track and communicate truck repairs and maintenance needs. Notify store teams of any route delays. Assist other departments during increased delivery times or special events, which may include receiving, fulfillment or shipment preparation. Report accidents, injuries, loss of goods, or property damage immediately. Operate pallet jacks and other lift devices, training staff as needed. Coordinate with store or location personnel at receiving points, docks, or equipment areas. Pick up company equipment such as dollies, pallets, totes, and fish boxes. Maintain cleanliness, organization, and rotation of all areas, products, and supplies. Handle damaged or spoiled product according to policy. Notify managers of any customer service, safety, productivity, or security issues. Work with standard office equipment and may use industrial kitchen tools when required. Regularly lift up to 30 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs; handle pulling resistances up to 100 lbs; be on feet throughout the shift; climb stairs or ladders as needed. Perform additional tasks and duties as assigned. What You Bring as a Candidate Minimum of 2 years of professional driving or supply logistics experience. Prior warehousing and fulfillment experience. Previous supervisory experience preferred. At least 18 years of age (Federal and State regulations). Valid Oregon or Washington State driver’s licence. Valid DOT medical card. Provide a pre‑employment 5‑year driving record abstract with an accident‑free history. Subject to DOT post‑accident testing and other required testing. Experience working in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments with flexible prioritization. Excellent interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, and professional communication with partners at all levels. Maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment with sensitive information. Physical and Environmental Work Space Work occurs in office settings, various off‑site environments, and grocery store areas that may be wet, slippery, and noisy. Temperature extremes occur in controlled cooler and freezer spaces, and in outdoor settings during all weather. Exposure to allergens or chemicals may occur. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees. Benefits Information All staff have access to an Employee Assistance Program and a 30% staff shopping discount. Full‑time, regular‑status staff who work at least 24 hours per week and have worked for 60 days are eligible for medical, dental, vision, pre‑tax spending accounts, life, accidental death, and dismemberment (AD&D), disability benefits, and a 401(k) program. Part‑time and temporary staff with 60 days of service and at least 21 years of age may also participate in the 401(k). Employees accrue PTO from day one, with amounts based on hours and tenure. Additional benefits include paid holidays (based on schedule and tenure), supplemental leave for parental or bereavement circumstances, a store incentive program tied to financial and operational goals, paid time for volunteering at designated non‑profits, public transportation discounts, adoption assistance, and up to $40 reimbursement for dinner out or grocery items on their birthday. #J-18808-Ljbffr New Seasons Market