Commercial Truck Driver

Ever Fresh Fruit Co•Warren, IN

12h

About The Position

Are you a hardworking, motivated, self-starter with a strong desire to be part of a stable, supportive, fast paced team? We offer opportunities for a long-term career, with consistent hours and opportunity for growth. What Ever Fresh Fruit Company offers! Monday through Friday schedule Overtime is available Dedicated Employee Development Team to assist with career growth Opportunities for advancement A leadership team that works alongside you for continued support Employee recognition programs Ever Fresh Fruit Company offers employer paid: Medical Dental Vision Short-term disability Life insurance plan Vacation and sick time 9 paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Generous 401(k) match About us! We work closely with our customers to create unique flavor elements to ice cream bases and yogurt preps. Many of our ingredients end up in easily recognizable brands on the store shelf as we produce for both international corporations as well as smaller, local brands. Our Research and Development is done in-house so we get to witness the whole process from ideation to creation. We support regional trade organizations, source locally when appropriate and help to bring healthy food to people’s tables. Commercial Truck Driver Department: Warehouse Status: Non-Exempt Employee Classification: Regular Full-time Reports To: Warehouse Manager Supervisory Responsibilities : None Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 5pm Job Summary: Will be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of goods and other articles of trade to our customers. You will be tasked with driving and maintaining trucks that will be assigned to you, as well as working closely with our team of dispatchers to plan routes and track deliveries. Essential Functions: Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance Plan routes and meet delivery schedules Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions Collect and verify delivery instructions Report defects, accidents or violations Can perform the above tasks with little to no supervision, in addition to… Route finished goods to appropriate storage locations Inspect load conditions and verify pallets and materials are secured prior to transit. Maintain compliance with food safety standards such as sanitary trailer conditions, all loads are locked or sealed, all items are transported under proper storage specifications. Gather, verify, and return all pertinent load documentation paperwork.

Requirements

Proficient in forklift operation
Proven work experience as a Truck Driver
Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
No recent moving or driving violations
Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations
Trucking school diploma
Valid Class A CDL or Commercial Driver’s license required
High School Diploma or GED
Effective time management skills
Effective communications skills
Able to work under pressure
Able to work overtime when necessary

Responsibilities

Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers
Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
Collect and verify delivery instructions
Report defects, accidents or violations
Can perform the above tasks with little to no supervision, in addition to…
Route finished goods to appropriate storage locations
Inspect load conditions and verify pallets and materials are secured prior to transit.
Maintain compliance with food safety standards such as sanitary trailer conditions, all loads are locked or sealed, all items are transported under proper storage specifications.
Gather, verify, and return all pertinent load documentation paperwork.