Route Jumper

HP Hood•Agawam, MA

9d•$1,633 - $1,815•Onsite

About The Position

HP Hood is seeking a self-driven individual to join their team as a Route Jumper. The company culture values innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration, fostering strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety, and wellness. HP Hood is a large and trusted food and beverage manufacturer in the United States, with brands such as Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, and Planet Oat. This role requires a current valid CDL, satisfactory MVR, up-to-date medical card, and one year of driving experience or equivalent classroom qualification. Employees must maintain a neat appearance and pass a DOT exam. The schedule involves starting at 2:00 AM with a 4-day rotating schedule, with potential modifications based on business needs.

Requirements

Current valid CDL
Satisfactory MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
Up-to-date medical card
One years’ driving experience or equivalent classroom qualification
High School Diploma or GED
Reading & writing proficiency (English language) and 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.

Nice To Haves

Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
Establish and maintain effective relations.
Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.

Responsibilities

Support operations 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 site lead and HR to support training efforts.
Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
Responsible for the safe operation of the Company vehicle while complying with all company, State and Federal regulations.
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 trailers 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 cases delivered and returned by customers.
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.
Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
Perform all other related duties as assigned.