CDL Driver

Viracon LLC; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 32,235 - 37,332; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Wellness program

Training and career progression

Job summary

Viracon LLC is recruiting for a Shipper/Material Handler to load and unload finished goods and move material across the plant. The role runs a 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. shift, with WTF and every other Saturday, supporting production schedules and DOT compliance.

Responsibilities include transferring goods, inspecting trucks, and maintaining records. The job emphasizes safety, teamwork, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• CDL endorsement required and DOT compliance.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift license, Class A CDL and ICC physical card required.
• Work with minimal supervision on shift duties.
• Understand and comply with all DOT rules.
• Maintain truck inspections and shift logs per DOT regs.
• Operate equipment per federal, state and local laws.
• Two years shipping experience preferred; lumber regs familiarity helpful.
• Read English work instructions; communicate effectively as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Unload material between locations and store materials safely.
• Interpret work orders and instructions to move goods safely.
• Keep materials sorted for easy locating and moving.
• Ensure trucks and equipment are fueled and serviced.
• Report to Supervisor when transfers are complete.
• Perform duties of Shipper Material Handler as assigned.
• Follow Business Process Documentation in daily tasks.
• Support continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Operate Ottawa and Day cab tractors as needed.
• Maintain a neat, safe working area and relationship with colleagues.

Skills

Read work instructions (English)

Communicate effectively

Team player

Take supervision when required

Attention to safety

Maintain attendance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Class A CDL

ICC physical card

Overhead crane

Bobcat

Pallets & hand tools

Computer

Job description

Job Overview

Viracon LLC – Wage Range: $23.40–$27.10

Shift: 6:00p.m. – 6:00a.m., WTF and every other Saturday

Function: Loads and unloads finished good boxes to and from the plant production areas in accordance with established production schedules and quality standards. Transports finished goods to off‑site storage areas with a semi‑tractor trailer following all DOT and company guidelines for drivers and material handler positions.

Responsibilities

• Unload material between locations and store materials safely.
• Interpret work orders, verbal requests, and instructions to move finished goods from location to location safely.
• Keep materials sorted and stored in prescribed order for ease of locating and moving.
• Ensure trucks and equipment are properly fueled and serviced at all times.
• Report to Supervisor when material transfers are complete.
• Perform duties of a Shipper Material Handler as assigned.
• Follow Business Process Documentation when performing duties.
• Participate in Viracon’s Continuous Improvement efforts by understanding team performance and actively implementing and supporting process improvements.
• Operate Ottawa tractor and Day cab tractor as needed.
• Maintain effective working relationships with all department employees.
• Maintain a neat and orderly working area throughout the day, including trucks and trailers.
• Perform duties safely using all approved safety equipment as instructed.
• May perform reasonably similar or related duties as instructed.

Qualifications

• Maintain a valid CDL endorsement on your license and meet CDL physical requirements.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift license, ClassA, and ICC physical card required.
• Perform duties with little or no work direction (most duties are performed without direct supervision).
• Understand and comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Maintain truck inspections and logs on a shift‑by‑shift basis to comply with DOT regulation.
• Log and communicate all repairs to your supervisor and the truck shop.
• Operate equipment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Prefer two years’ experience in shipping.
• Understand and comply with international regulations regarding lumber (USDA, APHIS, and American Lumber Association).
• Familiarity with hoists, trucks, pallets, common hand tools, computer, Bobcat, overhead crane, and nail guns.
• Read and understand work instructions (English).
• Communicate effectively and work as a team member.
• Safely perform essential job responsibilities.
• Take supervision when required.
• Maintain regular full‑time attendance.
• Promote Viracon positively and obey all policies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
• Incentive plans.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time).
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness program.
• Training and career progression.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.