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Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.•Rockford Township, IL

About The Position

Prairie Farms Dairy, Rockford, operates as a dairy manufacturing plant and distribution center serving the entire state of Illinois and parts of surrounding states. We make dairy products that are then distributed to retail outlets, warehouses, hospitals, correctional facilities, retirement homes, food service warehouses, schools, and colleges throughout Illinois. We are looking for strong customer service, self-motivated, career-minded individuals to join our Rockford, Illinois, Distribution team. This position will allow you to be home every night!

Requirements

Must have a CDL Class A
Must have at least 1 year of driving experience

Responsibilities

Load and unload Dairy products for customer delivery
Drive a semi-truck or a straight truck to assigned customers on route
Push, pull, or lift product from cases and pallets
Perform daily safety checks of the vehicle and maintain a clean environment
Work within safety and regulatory company policies
Keep customers and truck inventory properly rotated and in stock at all times
Build strong customer relationships
Follow DOT requirements
Follows all company policies and procedures regarding GMPs, SOPs, and Quality standards
Effectively utilize time available to achieve results through prioritizing demands
Maintains an air of professionalism and communicates effectively
Demonstrates problem-solving and decision-making ability, as needed
Must demonstrate proficiency in essential tasks of the job and a willingness to learn
Other duties as assigned or required