Food & Beverage CDL A Truck Driver

HP Hood•Portland, ME

21h•Onsite

About The Position

HP Hood is seeking a self-driven individual to join their team as a Route Driver. This role is crucial for the company's operations, ensuring timely and safe delivery of products. HP Hood, founded in 1846, is a leading food and beverage manufacturer in the United States with a portfolio of well-known brands. The company culture emphasizes innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration, fostering employee engagement, teamwork, safety, and wellness. This position offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

Current valid CDL
Satisfactory MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
Up-to-date medical card
One years’ driving experience or equivalent classroom qualification
Neat, clean appearance
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
Open availability
Ability to perform manual labor tasks required by position

Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe operation of the Company vehicle while complying with all company, State and Federal regulations.
Have a good, working knowledge of the assigned delivery route and be familiar with product handling requirements.
Must represent the Company in a courteous, ethical and professional manner at all times.
Must keep a vehicle operation log and report any necessary maintenance or other problems to the Distribution Supervisor daily and complete all necessary reports as required by DOT and HP Hood LLC.
Deliver all products ordered in a timely manner and advise the Distribution Supervisor of any recommendations for improvements or problems needing attention on a daily basis.
Keep accurate, daily records of accounts and collected cash.
Must be able to 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.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.
Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
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.