Driver - CDL

The CDL Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transport of ingredients, packaging materials, supplies, and finished goods between company facilities, cold storage locations, and customer sites. This position operates tractor-trailers or straight trucks and is occasionally required to use forklifts or pallet jacks for loading and unloading. The CDL Driver ensures the timely movement and accurate documentation of all product transfers in compliance with company standards, safety regulations, and good manufacturing practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a tractor-trailer combination or straight truck to transport materials, supplies, and finished goods between facilities, vendors, and customers.
• Load and unload raw materials, packaging, supplies, and finished products using forklifts, motorized pallet jacks, or pallet jacks as needed.
• Monitor, record, and communicate trailer movements within drop lots and facility grounds.
• Deliver finished goods to customers and cold storage facilities in a safe and timely manner.
• Pick up raw materials, packaging, and supplies from vendors or other facilities as directed.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure safe operation.
• Complete all required documentation accurately, including shipping logs, delivery receipts, and transfer records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area both inside and outside the vehicle.
• Assist in training new employees on safe and effective transport and loading procedures.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, warehouse staff, and production personnel to coordinate deliveries and pickups.
• Adhere to all company policies, safety standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Work with enthusiasm and urgency to meet production and delivery schedules.