Truck Driver

Lamb Weston • Delhi, LA

2d • $25

About The Position

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, and public Fortune 500 company, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together. If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

This position is responsible for the operation of tractor trailer combinations to facilitate the delivery of raw materials to the plant. Truck drivers are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of their trucks and for maintaining all pertinent records.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• Valid (CDL) Class A driver’s license is required.
• Interstate qualification
• Must meet Lamb Weston’s driving standards.
• Effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand instructions and follow directions in English, both written and oral. (Requirement may vary by location).
• 1 - 2 years’ related experience and/or training required.
• Independently resolves a variety of routine and non-routine problems, seeking assistance on complex matters and tasks.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in the operation of truck equipment, including its design, uses, emergency repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates basic to more advanced written, verbal, interpersonal, and manual or mechanical handling skills, and applies skills required for manual or automated record keeping.
• Ability to perform basic math functions, required.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer operation knowledge, data entry skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without mechanical assistance.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist and turn frequently.
• Exposed to a noisy environment frequently.
• Exposed to indoor and outdoor environments which vary from hot to cold temperatures.
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist and hand movements required for job actions and procedures.
• Must be able to work with hands and arms overhead, and to work in or under the equipment.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties.
• Ability to operate work related equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Drives tractor-trailer combination, while applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations
• Maneuvers truck into loading and/or unloading position, following signals from loading crew as required.
• Drives truck to weigh station before and after loading, and along route to document weight incompliance with state regulations.
• Maintains driver log following DOT regulations.
• Inspects truck before and after use and submits report indicating truck condition.
• Reads bill of lading to determine assignment.
• Fastens chains or binders, which includes throwing straps, to secure loads on trailer during transit.
• Loads, unloads, or assists in loading and unloading truck.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment and determines when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Services and maintains truck with oil, fuel, and radiator fluid.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Participate in safety engagement activities as required.
• May be required to train other employees as needed.
• May be required to function as Yard Driver in case of emergencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program
• Paid Time Off
• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance
• Family-Friendly Employee events
• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED