Truck Driver - CDL A Required

New-Indy Containerboard•Hickory, NC

About The Position

Responsible for safely and efficiently operating a tractor-trailer or bobtail truck to deliver sheets or finished products to customers in accordance with state laws. The role is based in Hickory, North Carolina, is full-time, and involves more than 50% travel on the first shift. The driver loads or assists with loading and unloading finished products, verifies the load and count, transports shipments by the required routes, and completes shipping and work records. The role also includes performing routine vehicle checks, reporting maintenance issues, and following company safety, housekeeping, and other policies. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid state Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Meet Department of Transportation physical and medical requirements.
Pass substance abuse screening according to company policy.
Demonstrate a high degree of attention and considerable dexterity in controlling a tractor-trailer and preventing damage to materials and equipment.
Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Able to read a tape measure accurately and quickly, calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurements, volume, and rate, and apply high school math concepts.
Able to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or graphic instructions and address problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product layouts and production specifications, product quality specifications, and quality standards.
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
Able to meet the job’s physical demands, including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.
Able to work in an environment with moving mechanical parts, wet or humid conditions, occasional high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, vibration, and usually loud noise; road work may involve traffic and other driving hazards.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the corrugated industry.
Experience as a licensed driver in the metropolitan area.
Experience as a forklift operator.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate a tractor-trailer or bobtail truck to deliver products in accordance with state laws.
Load or assist with loading and unloading finished products.
Inspect loads to ensure they are correct and properly loaded before departure.
Verify shipment counts during unloading when permitted by customers.
Transport loads by required routes while following traffic laws and safety regulations.
Obtain the bill of lading and required signatures, then return completed paperwork to the shipping office.
Complete production, truck service, safety, quality, timecard, driver log, and other required reports accurately and promptly.
Perform daily vehicle checks, including checking oil, water, fuel, and tire air, and clean the vehicle as needed.
Report maintenance issues to supervision immediately and proactively maintain trucks and trailers.
Comply with company policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping requirements.