Relief Driver Non-CDL

Dairy Farmers of America•Cleveland, OH

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Come join us at Dairy Farmers of America (DFA)! DFA is a leading global dairy cooperative owned by nearly 9,000 farmer-owners and one of the most diversified manufacturers of dairy products in the world. We produce a wide variety of dairy products enjoyed by families across the globe. Our employees play a vital role in delivering wholesome dairy products from family farms to family tables. We are committed to producing safe, sustainable, and traceable products while continuously improving the way we work. At DFA, you'll be part of a team that values safety, quality, collaboration, and service. Your work will help support our farmer-owners, strengthen our operations, and make a positive impact in the communities we serve. Join a cooperative where your contributions matter and where you can take pride in helping feed families around the world.

Requirements

Must be 21 years of age or older
High school diploma or equivalent
Must obtain any certifications/licenses required by regulatory agencies as a condition of continued employment
Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel to ensure customer needs and requirements are met
Must have basic proficiency using technology (laptop, tablet, cell phone)
Valid driver’s license with no significant restrictions or violations
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

Nice To Haves

Preferred candidates reside within approximately one hour of Medina, OH

Responsibilities

Collect and transport samples from assigned customer locations to the central laboratory according to the established schedules
Keep transportation supervisor informed of any requests or concerns brought to the couriers’ attention by customers
Record sample, route, and cooler information on required forms and logs, including arrival and departure times
Report any route delays, accidents, vehicle breakdowns, or other issues encountered during collection runs
Maintain assigned vehicles in good working order and notify management of maintenance needs or mechanical issues
Clean and maintain sample coolers at collection locations and service log tags as necessary
Travel overnight as required to support sample collection routes, including frequent overnights stays based on route coverage
Support transportation and laboratory operations, projects, and related functions as assigned
Provide relief coverage for all ELS sample collection routes within the DFA Mideast Area when an assigned driver is unavailable for any reason.
When not providing route coverage, support transportation, and laboratory operations, projects, and related functions.