CDL Driver
About The Position
As a Driver, you will be a valued team member who operates small-to large-sized trucks with trailers for transportation of materials, merchandise, equipment, and personnel. You will operate within an assigned industrial area. Valid truck operator’s permit required This role is part of our Land O’Lakes, Inc., Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers, and animal owners throughout the United States. Through industry -leading R&D and committed partnerships, we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years or older
- Possesses valid driver’s license including: Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- Ability to drive both automatic and manual
- 6+ months of commercial driving experience
- Basic computer and math skills
- Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions
- Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot
- Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful
- Able to lift 50lbs
- Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
- Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
- Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust and chemicals are present
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ years of commercial driving experience
- Experience working in a warehouse environment (e.g., product storage, product staging, forklifts, etc.)
- Driving a forklift (e.g., performing basic operations such as driving forwards, driving backwards, lifting and lowering boom, maneuvering in tight areas without damaging product, etc.)
- Working with racking systems and loading/unloading pallets (e.g., pulling and placing pallets on/off vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically, etc.)
- Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
- Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks
- Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
- Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
Responsibilities
- Follows all driving and safety policies
- Complies with FMCSA and DOT regulations of drivers
- Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others
- Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly
- Ensures all standard operating procedures are followed
- Successful forklift certification required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
