CDL A Driver - Feed Delivery (Nights)

Smithfield Foods; Coffey (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Package Available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is offering a CDL training program for Drivers with a Class A license and 1 year of commercial driving experience. A relocation package is available.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance with DOT regulations, and animal welfare during loading/unloading and delivery of feed. Successful candidates will complete a 5-7 week training program, meet deadlines, and operate in a logistics environment with responsibilities across driving, reporting incidents, and adhering to company and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Current Class A CDL.
• Previous driving experience preferred.
• At least 21 years old.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and holidays).

Responsibilities

• Complete a 5-7 week training program.
• Drive safely while delivering feed and loading/unloading with animal welfare as priority.
• Comply with DOT rules and regulations.
• Report accidents promptly to authorities.
• Follow rules set forth by the receiving agent.

Skills

CDL Class A

Driving experience

Flexible schedule

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now!

Your Opportunity

CDL training program for Drivers with a CDL class A license with 1 year of commercial driving experience.

Core Responsibilities

• Successfully complete a 5-7 week training program.
• Follows required and recommended safety procedures while driving, delivering feed or loading and unloading with animal welfare being the foremost concern.
• Complies with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Reports all accidents promptly through proper authorities.
• Complies with all rules set forth by the receiving agent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• Current Class A CDL
• Previous driving experience preferred.
• At least 21 years old.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and holidays).

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Hook up trailer to tractor, this includes backing under the trailer, raising landing gear and hooking up airlines.
• Roll up and down landing gear that can require use of two hands and upper torso when on ground and one when gear clears the ground.
• Operate a manual transmission tractor
• During pre-trip of equipment be able to climb into engine area; bend, stoop, and crawl to complete through pre-trip.
• Open and close trailer gates and doors to load and unload animals.
• Get in and out of cab in tight places such as fuel islands.
• Move upper torso when backing may require leaning out of window to see blind spot and/or mirrors.
• Report problems encountered on the farm or designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
• Read and understand the Smithfield emergency notification process knowing how and who to contact in case of an emergency.

Relocation Package Available

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.