Entry Level F/T Driver for Food Testing Lab
About The Position
Since 1967, Deibel Laboratories has operated several private food testing facilities providing services in both Microbiology and Chemistry testing. We play an integral role in food and product safety for industry-leading producers, as well as family-run operations much like our own. We offer a competitive salary based on knowledge and experience. This position includes full health benefits for self and family (employer pays for 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependents on our base plan). Deibel also offers a self-funded dental plan, vision plan, and 401K option. Our location in Manhattan, KS is currently looking to hire a full-time Driver.
Requirements
- Entry Level Position: We Are Happy to Train
- Must possess a clean driving record (5 years or more).
- Must be 25 years of age for fleet insurance purposes.
- All employment offers will be contingent upon successfully obtaining a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) which must be clear to proceed.
- If offered/selected for the position you will be asked to provide an MVR printout from the DMV on the first day of employment.
- Who are at least 25 years of age (for vehicle insurance purposes)
- Who live within 30 miles of Manhattan, KS.
- Who have previous long-distance driving / delivery experience
- Who have a valid driver’s license; and have and maintained a clean DMV driving record for at least the previous 5 years
- Who are able to pass a background check
- Who will maintain a professional appearance
- Who demonstrate a passion for getting things done the right way, display confidence in offering suggestions to enhance process efficiency, and the ability to take direction well
- Who fluently read, write, and speak English and must be able to program and follow driving navigation software
- Who can follow written and verbal instructions; work effectively within a collaborative team
- Who have strong attention to detail; must possess excellent planning skills
- Who are able to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
- Who are comfortable sitting for long periods of time; may also be subject to bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling
- High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) and have at least 1 year of previous driving experience.
- Reliability, a good work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
Responsibilities
- Follow all internal laboratory and State regulations while taking samples and driving to and from the laboratory/clients’ sampling site
- Interact with customers during sample collection and submission
- Strive to maximize driving route efficiency
- Maintain records of samples and transportation data per relevant procedures
- Maintain sampling supply/equipment inventory
- Complete vehicle operational logs and minor maintenance as needed
- Follow good documentation practices, data integrity principles, and safety behaviors
- Promote a professional company image through exemplary customer relationship skills
- Refer customer inquiries, routing or schedule change requests, and/or complaints to the appropriate Manager
- Ensure proper sample submission and chain of custody protocols are followed
- Suggest and implement continuous process improvement initiatives
- Support laboratory-based functions including sample intake/preparation, cleaning, etc.
- Perform other activities as assigned by management
Benefits
- full health benefits for self and family (employer pays for 90% of employee premiums and 50% of dependents on our base plan)
- self-funded dental plan
- vision plan
- 401K option
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
