CDL Driver- Full time

Grange Co-op•Medford, OR

About The Position

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB Ensure the safe and reliable transport of feed, fertilizer and freight to all company locations or customers. Includes to and from all retail stores, production facilities, and distribution center, as well as, off-site locations, when required; operate specialized truck and trailering equipment, forklifts, and power equipment; coordinate with each facility’s management on all distribution processes to ensure on-time deliveries; participate in the continued improvement of the distribution system, including all processes and procedures, through a commitment to excellence. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Promote a culture of safety in every interaction, at every location · Work cooperatively with employees throughout the company to achieve the common goal of instock and customer service that achieves The Grange Way standard · Operate delivery equipment in a safe and efficient manner, abiding by all safety and regulatory guidelines and policies · Conform to the Department of Transportation (DOT) driving regulations and on-duty rules; assist in the compliance of all Federal and State regulatory requirements, including compliance with internal and external audits, and company policies and procedures · Maintain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) endorsement · Maintain log book (as required by DOT) and daily equipment check forms · Maintain file of truck maintenance and repairs · Maintain, and inspect daily, all truck safety equipment to ensure that the facility, fixtures, equipment, including all forklifts, electric stackers, pallet jacks, trucks, etc., are maintained or repaired as needed to remain in proper working order · Keep annual truck inspections current and window stickers maintained · Act as a relief driver to other areas of the company and drive other routes · Demonstrate regular predictable attendance and time management skills · Off season responsibilities will include shop repair work, warehouse and yard maintenance · Perform other tasks or duties as requested by the Feed Mill Manager, Distribution Manager, Fertilizer & Professional Products manager, or Director of Operations I. Distribution Center · Work in the Distribution Warehouse upon request, in requisitioning, receiving, storing, stocking, and distributing a wide variety of materials and supplies · Communicate daily with other members of the Retail Supply Chain team, Ag Operations team, and Retail Stores to ensure alignment between locations on the flow of merchandise · Ensure that proper shipping documents are in order and processed accurately · Work with the Distribution Manager in the coordination and facilitation of relationships with third-party carriers for overflow or special shipments · Monitor areas where shrinkage occurs and contribute ideas and suggestions for improved, standardized distribution processes; areas to monitor include, but are not limited to, inbound and outbound processes including how merchandise is received, shipped or posted, and ensuring that goods are stored properly and at the right temperature upon delivery · Support a central claims process for mitigating credit claims by verifying, communicating, and resolving merchandise discrepancies swiftly · Perform other duties as assigned by the Distribution Manager II. Bulk Feed · Understand customer needs and usage requirements · Establish weekly delivery schedule based on customer driven usage rates · Communicate weekly delivery requests to appropriate elevator personnel for scheduling · Work with other delivery and production personnel to establish customer priorities · Ensure proper shipping documents are in order and processed · Maintain positive relationships with customers · Communicate customer needs to supervising manager and manufacturing personnel III. Fertilizer Tender · Work with other delivery and production personnel to establish customer priorities · Ensure proper shipping documents are in order and processed · Maintain positive relationships with customers · Communicate customer needs to supervising manager and manufacturing personnel · Ability to work around and handle hazardous materials · Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor IV. Fertilizer Applicator · Maintain accurate and precise applicator logs and other records as necessary · Perform maintenance and calibration on application equipment as required · Establish and maintain efficient route book · Ability to follow and interpret fertilizer and pesticide labels · Ability to read field maps and global positioning devices · Ability to work around and handle hazardous materials

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or
One to three months related experience and/or training; or
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence or memos; analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to managers, customers, clients, and other employees of the organization or the general public
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Must have a clean driving record and be insurable
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) endorsement in State of Oregon
Must be safety-minded
Must have the ability to attain certification on all forklifts, electric stackers, pallet jacks, trucks, etc.
Must be adaptable, willing to alter schedule, and drive all routes to support business needs
Must demonstrate a positive attitude
Must possess genuine friendliness
Knowledge of DOT regulations
Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, as well as independently
Ability to use large equipment for long time periods
Solution-oriented mindset and willingness to troubleshoot difficult problems (such as mechanical issues)
Excellent prioritization and organizational abilities with emphasis on attention to detail
Superior written and verbal communications skills and the ability to communicate clearly to all levels within company, as well with vendors, customers, and other outside parties
Comprehensive understanding of the company and its products and services
Ability to work around and handle hazardous materials

Nice To Haves

Previous commercial driving experience preferred
Previous experience in Supply Chain or Logistics Management preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe and reliable transport of feed, fertilizer and freight to all company locations or customers
Operate specialized truck and trailering equipment, forklifts, and power equipment
Coordinate with each facility’s management on all distribution processes to ensure on-time deliveries
Participate in the continued improvement of the distribution system
Promote a culture of safety in every interaction, at every location
Work cooperatively with employees throughout the company to achieve the common goal of instock and customer service that achieves The Grange Way standard
Operate delivery equipment in a safe and efficient manner, abiding by all safety and regulatory guidelines and policies
Conform to the Department of Transportation (DOT) driving regulations and on-duty rules
Assist in the compliance of all Federal and State regulatory requirements
Maintain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) endorsement
Maintain log book (as required by DOT) and daily equipment check forms
Maintain file of truck maintenance and repairs
Maintain, and inspect daily, all truck safety equipment
Keep annual truck inspections current and window stickers maintained
Act as a relief driver to other areas of the company and drive other routes
Demonstrate regular predictable attendance and time management skills
Off season responsibilities will include shop repair work, warehouse and yard maintenance
Work in the Distribution Warehouse upon request, in requisitioning, receiving, storing, stocking, and distributing a wide variety of materials and supplies
Communicate daily with other members of the Retail Supply Chain team, Ag Operations team, and Retail Stores to ensure alignment between locations on the flow of merchandise
Ensure that proper shipping documents are in order and processed accurately
Work with the Distribution Manager in the coordination and facilitation of relationships with third-party carriers for overflow or special shipments
Monitor areas where shrinkage occurs and contribute ideas and suggestions for improved, standardized distribution processes
Support a central claims process for mitigating credit claims by verifying, communicating, and resolving merchandise discrepancies swiftly
Understand customer needs and usage requirements
Establish weekly delivery schedule based on customer driven usage rates
Communicate weekly delivery requests to appropriate elevator personnel for scheduling
Work with other delivery and production personnel to establish customer priorities
Ensure proper shipping documents are in order and processed
Maintain positive relationships with customers
Communicate customer needs to supervising manager and manufacturing personnel
Maintain accurate and precise applicator logs and other records as necessary
Perform maintenance and calibration on application equipment as required
Establish and maintain efficient route book
Ability to follow and interpret fertilizer and pesticide labels
Ability to read field maps and global positioning devices