Food & Beverage CDL A Truck Driver

HP Hood•Vernon, NY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the safe operation of company vehicles while adhering to all company, State, and Federal regulations. The driver will have a working knowledge of their assigned delivery route and product handling requirements, representing the company professionally at all times. Responsibilities include maintaining vehicle operation logs, reporting maintenance needs, delivering products in a timely manner, keeping accurate daily records of accounts, and supporting the Distribution Department. The role requires working independently, cooperating with colleagues, following safety policies, and executing duties with minimal supervision. Additionally, the driver must maintain a clean and safe work environment and perform other related duties as assigned. This role also supports SQF (Safe Quality Food) by maintaining food safety and quality, adhering to biosecurity and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) measures, and reporting food safety issues.

Requirements

Current valid CDL A
Satisfactory MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
Up-to-date medical card
One year of driving experience or equivalent classroom qualification
Ability to pass a DOT (Department of Transportation) exam
High School Diploma or GED
Reading & writing proficiency (English language)
Ability to identify colors
Basic math skills
Ability to work well as part of a team
Good communication skills
Multi-tasked individual
Ability to work independently with little supervision

Responsibilities

Operate company vehicles safely, complying with all company, State, and Federal regulations.
Maintain a working knowledge of assigned delivery routes and product handling requirements.
Represent the company in a courteous, ethical, and professional manner.
Keep a vehicle operation log and report necessary maintenance or problems to the Distribution Supervisor daily.
Complete all necessary reports as required by DOT and HP Hood LLC.
Deliver all products ordered in a timely manner.
Advise the Distribution Supervisor of any recommendations for improvements or problems needing attention on a daily basis.
Keep accurate, daily records of accounts.
Work independently while supporting the Distribution Department.
Work in a cooperative manner with managers, supervisors, and peers.
Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
Execute assigned duties with minimal supervision.
Perform assigned duties satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
Support biosecurity and GMP measures.
Work with SQF site lead and HR to support SQF training efforts.
Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.