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Job Summary: This position is responsible for delivering the finished product to customers, picking up raw materials from vendors, pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, preventative maintenance on equipment and verifying inspections, licenses, etc. are current. In addition, this position will perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Additional responsibilities will include assistance with creating SOP and other shipping related documentation as needed. This position requires routine attendance to departmental, safety and company meetings. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Safe and legal operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Safe and timely transportation of freight from origin to destination. Proper loading and unloading of freight with mechanical freight handling equipment as required, assuring safety and minimal risk of damage to cargo and danger to people. Hook and unhook trailers from the tractor itself or from convertor dollies, including pushing and/ or pulling dollies into place and cranking lever to raise and lower landing gear on semi-trailers and/ or the front support on convertor dollies. Inspect truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips and submit report on the condition of the truck at the end of each trip. Fueling and general light maintenance of vehicle. Communication with customers, vendors, and company personnel regarding scheduling and future requirements. Check shipping/transportation papers to determine the nature of load and to check for the presence of hazardous materials. Ensure that all shipment documentation required to move with shipment is available for inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompanies shipment when delivered. Maintain records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations. Report all accidents and/ or incidents involving driver or company equipment. Attend meetings as required.
Qualifications & Requirements:
High school diploma or GED. Reasonable English fluency (read, write, speak) required. Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License. A minimum of two years of on-the-road tractor trailer driving experience is required. Must have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record. Must meet or exceed the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work with little supervision. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet operational requirements, to include occasional overnight requirements.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics below are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
Manufacturing Environment: This position may operate in a manufacturing setting with conditions of high-pressure air/steam/gas, hazardous gas/chemical fumes, extreme heat and temperature variations, loud noise, exposure to dangerous machinery, dirty work environment and/or exposure to dust (pigment). The position is required to wear PPE including, but not limited to safety glasses, steel toe/composite boots and earplugs.
Physical and Mental Demands:
The demands described are representative but not all inclusive of those demands that must be met by an employee (with or without reasonable accommodation) to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Prolonged periods of standing, walking, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending, reaching, climbing, stooping, lifting, pounding, pushing and/or pulling. Move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements. Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move object. Manual dexterity to move material and operate equipment. Communicate effectively (write, speak) with supervisors and others on performance and safety concerns. Adequate hearing ability to receive work instruction and to respond to changes in work environment. Attention to detail to complete work assignments. Time management to comply with scheduled work time and maintain productivity requirements. Ability to understand and abide by safety policies and maintain a safe work environment. Ability to move throughout the work location to comply with safety requirements.
