CDL Class A Driver

Mission Statement

The CDL Class A Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting raw materials, packaging components, finished products, equipment, and other company property between Merit Manufacturing facilities, customers, suppliers, and vendors.

This role is the connection between Merit and the people who depend on us. The CDL Class A Driver keeps freight moving, deliveries on schedule, and customers confident that their products and materials will arrive safely, accurately, and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned Class A commercial motor vehicles on local and regional routes.
• Complete scheduled pickups and deliveries accurately and on time.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Inspect tractors, trailers, tires, lights, brakes, and load-securement equipment.
• Confirm freight is properly loaded, distributed, secured, and protected before departure.
• Assist with loading, unloading, pallet movement, and shipment staging when required.
• Maintain accurate bills of lading, delivery receipts, signatures, mileage, fuel, inspection, and transportation records.
• Maintain accurate duty-status records and follow applicable hours-of-service requirements.
• Follow assigned routes and communicate traffic, weather, mechanical, scheduling, or delivery delays promptly.
• Keep assigned vehicles and trailers clean, organized, secure, and ready for operation.
• Provide professional and courteous service to customers, suppliers, vendors, and receiving teams.
• Immediately report accidents, citations, cargo damage, spills, equipment defects, or safety concerns.
• Support Warehouse, Shipping, Receiving, Fulfillment, and other operational activities as assigned.
• Follow all applicable company, DOT, and FMCSA safety and transportation requirements.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License required.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record and continued eligibility to operate company commercial vehicles.
• Ability to maintain applicable DOT medical qualification.
• Ability to satisfy applicable FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, testing, and driver-qualification requirements.
• Working knowledge of commercial vehicle inspections, load securement, delivery documentation, and safe-driving practices.
• Ability to understand road signs, safety instructions, shipping documents, and required transportation records.
• Strong communication, organization, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Professional and customer-focused attitude.
• Dependable attendance and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to adjust to changing routes, delivery times, and operational priorities.

Experience

• At least one year of Class A commercial driving, freight-delivery, or transportation experience preferred.
• Local or regional delivery experience preferred.
• Warehouse, shipping and receiving, or material-handling experience is a plus.
• Experience operating pallet jacks, forklifts, or Hi-Lo equipment is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to sit and drive for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently enter and exit tractors, trailers, loading docks, and warehouse areas.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, reach, climb, push, pull, and handle freight safely.
• Ability to work around moving vehicles, warehouse traffic, forklifts, loading equipment, and production operations.
• Ability to work outdoors and drive in varying traffic and weather conditions.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
• Availability for early starts, extended workdays, overtime, and occasional weekend work based on operational needs.

A Little About Us

Merit Manufacturing is a Contract Manufacturer in the Personal Care space.

We make products like Shampoo, Body Wash, Beard Oil, Lotions, and Laundry Detergent for nationwide brands that you've definitely heard of and probably have sitting in your home.

In just six years, we've experienced tremendous growth, and we're just getting started.

We recently moved into a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility designed to support innovation, collaboration, and continued expansion. Whether you're on the road, in the warehouse, on the production floor, in the lab, or in the office, you'll be part of a team that's building something special.

At Merit, we believe our people are our greatest investment. We provide opportunities for professional growth, encourage new ideas, and empower employees to make a meaningful impact every day.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Drive for a growing company while supporting nationally recognized brands.
• Complete primarily local and regional pickups and deliveries.
• Play an important role in keeping production materials and customer shipments moving.
• Work closely with Merit's Warehouse, Shipping, Receiving, Fulfillment, and Operations teams.
• Enjoy a role that combines driving, transportation, customer service, and warehouse support.
• Represent Merit Manufacturing when interacting with customers, suppliers, and vendors.
• Every day brings different routes, priorities, and opportunities to solve problems.
• Build a long-term transportation and logistics career with a growing organization.

The Basics

Location: Warren, MI

Department: Transportation

Reports To: Warehouse Management 

Employment Type: Full-Time, Hourly

Schedule: Based on assigned routes and operational needs; availability for early starts, overtime, and occasional weekends may be required

Pay: Competitive and based on experience

Benefits

Benefits are offered based on eligibility and applicable plan terms and may include:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Employer-Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Year-End Bonus Opportunity
• Company Events
• Professional Development Opportunities

Career Growth

This position is designed for a dependable professional who wants to build a long-term career in transportation, warehousing, and logistics with Merit Manufacturing.

Potential career paths may include:

• Senior CDL Driver
• Transportation Coordinator
• Transportation Lead
• Logistics Supervisor
• Warehouse or Transportation Management

We believe in promoting from within and investing in employees who demonstrate safe driving, reliability, professionalism, accountability, and consistent follow-through.

Equality

Merit Manufacturing is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.