Food & Beverage CDL A Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description

10K Sign On Bonus

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. 

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:
The Route Driver family of positions requires a current valid CDL, a satisfactory MVR (Motor Vehicle Record), an up-to-date medical card, and one years’ driving experience or equivalent classroom qualification. Employees must have a neat, clean appearance and the ability to pass a DOT (Department of Transportation) exam.

Schedule:
Early am start times following a 3-week schedule rotation: 

• Week 1 - Off Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday.
• Week 2 - Off Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
• Week 3 - Off Sunday, Friday, and Saturday.

Your working hours may be modified in accordance with Company's business needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the safe operation of the Company vehicle while complying with all company, State and Federal regulations.
• Have a good, working knowledge of the assigned delivery route and be familiar with product handling requirements.
• Must represent the Company in a courteous, ethical and professional manner at all times.
• Must keep a vehicle operation log and report any necessary maintenance or other problems to the Distribution Supervisor daily and complete all necessary reports as required by DOT and HP Hood LLC.
• Deliver all products ordered in a timely manner and advise the Distribution Supervisor of any recommendations for improvements or problems needing attention on a daily basis.
• Keep accurate, daily records of accounts and collected cash.
• Must be able to work independently while supporting the Distribution Department.
• Work in a cooperative manner with managers, supervisors and peers.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Execute assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Perform assigned duties satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current, valid CDL.
• Reading & writing proficiency (English language) and ability to identify colors.

Skills and Competencies:

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Multi-tasked Individual.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.

Working Conditions:

• Regularly required to sit, stand and walk. 
• Regularly required to drive various company-owned or operated passenger and commercial vehicles. 
• Work in all-weather conditions

SQF Requirements/Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Support biosecurity and GMP measures.
• Work with SQF site lead and HR to support SQF training efforts.
• Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Backup duties are covered by other Managers when not on site.

Other Information/Physical Requirements (if needed):

• Open availability.
• Days off vary on each route.
• Weekends/holidays required.
• Ability to perform manual labor tasks required by position.

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