Delivery Driver I

Gleason • Loves Park, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position requires the operation of Company vehicles for the purpose of deliveries and pick-ups. Delivery and pick-up services are both local and out of State routes. Routes allow drivers to be home daily, however; circumstances may arise with weather conditions, vehicle repair issues, or special delivery needs that may require a driver to spend the night in a hotel on occasion. This position also requires working in Shipping & Receiving departments, in addition to regular driving assignments. Work schedule flexibility is a necessity of this position with the potential for over-time at short notice. Responsible for maintaining vehicles to ensure insurance and registration are with the vehicle at all times, maintaining vehicle and dock cleanliness is part of the job. Will be crossed trained to work in other areas of the shop when not driving.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• At least 23 years old.
• Forklift certification required (will certify in-house).
• Neat professional appearance.
• Good social skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (Gloves, Safety Glasses, Steel Toe Shoes).
• Routine wrist motion.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years related experience preferred.
• Understands how to use company Intranet including navigating the Quality, Environmental, and CIT system.
• Able to look up SDS.
• Practice and follow the Gleason Business Philosophy (GBP).
• Knowledgeable in the company’s ISO 9001 & 14001 targets, objectives and goals.
• Clear understanding of departmental work instructions and processes.
• Learn, understand and practice Lean Manufacturing principles within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Operate Company vehicles for deliveries and pick-ups (local and out of State routes).
• Work in Shipping & Receiving departments.
• Maintain vehicles, ensuring insurance and registration are current.
• Maintain vehicle and dock cleanliness.
• Be cross-trained to work in other areas of the shop when not driving.
• Train new drivers when applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED