CDL Driver- 1st Shift

International Paper; Mount Carmel (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

International Paper–Mount Carmel Container operates a day shift as an Hourly Full-Time CDL Truck Driver. Responsibilities include delivering to customers, loading/unloading assistance, and ensuring product security and timely delivery at Mount Carmel, PA 17851.

Candidates must hold a Class A CDL with a valid DOT medical card, maintain DOT logs, and comply with GMP and food packaging safety standards. Strong safety focus and clean driving record required.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years driving experience required.
• Commercial driver’s license (Class A) and DOT medical card required.
• Clean driving record and willingness for annual driving record checks.
• Physically fit and able to pass regular medical exams.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and safety best practices.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a class A Semi-truck and 53' trailer.
• Maintain accurate DOT daily logs and fuel records.
• Perform thorough pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Drop and hook trailers and back into docks.
• Ensure on-time deliveries and proper load securing.
• Operate forklift when needed and assist with loading/unloading.
• Provide delivery updates to Shipping/Customer Service.

Skills

Class A CDL

DOT regulations knowledge

Safety culture

Clean driving record

Medical exam readiness

Education

No formal degree required

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Description

Position Title: CDL Truck Driver

Pay Rate: $26.53 per hour

Category/Shift

Hourly Full-Time: (Monday-Friday) Day Shift Hours

Physical Location

International Paper-Mount Carmel Container
2164 Locust Gap Highway
Mount Carmel, PA 17851

SUMMARY: Truck Drivers must possess a commercial driver’s license and current DOT medical card and be trained in safe driving best practices. Drivers will be responsible for daily customer deliveries and may assist with loading and unloading their vehicle and are responsible for ensuring the product is secure and delivered in a timely manner. Must comply and support all applicable GMP’s, Site Security, and Food Packaging Defense requirements that are referenced in the facilities of GFSI food packaging safety program.

The Job You Will Perform

• Safely operate a class A Semi-truck and 53' trailer
• Keep all DOT daily logs and fuel records accurate and current.
• Perform thorough pre and post trip inspections
• Drop and hook trailers, back into docks
• Make sure all deliveries are on time
• Inspect tractor and trailer & keep trailers clean & swept out.
• Provide updates to Shipping/Customer Service on deliveries as needed
• Stretch wraps products.
• Ensure all loads are strapped and properly secured
• Operates fork Truck
• Move around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials
• Unloads and stacks material by raising and lowering lifting device.
• Weighs materials or products and records weight schedules.
• Ensures all units are recorded on proper paperwork.
• Fills out pre-inspection forms
• Inspects bales for damage

The Skills You Will Bring:

Truck drivers require five (5) years previous driving experience and other skills, including strong knowledge of safety and DOT regulations, to be familiar with not just traffic laws but rules regarding rest, maximum miles driver, etc. Possess a clean driving record and licenses. Agree to annual driving records checks. Physically fit and willing to submit to medical exam every two years. Hand-eye coordination to coordinate hands, legs and eyes to maintain a fast reaction time Visual and hearing acuity, in accordance with federal regulations which mandates drivers are required to hear a forced whisper at 5 feet, have at least 20/40 vision, a 70-degree field of vision and the ability to distinguish the color of traffic lights.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee must be able to occasionally lift/carry 1-20 pounds and lifting 21-50 less often from the ground to waist height. This job requires some reaching, kneeling, squatting, and climbing stairs. Hand/wrist work including power grasping, pushing and pulling materials, walking and standing and sitting while driving. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Employee must wear protective glasses, safety steel toed shoes, safety bump caps and use hearing protection as required. Most of the work is road driving but with occasional work outside. The plant and warehouse can be chilly in the winter (above freezing) and is hot in the summer (non air conditioned). The plant is generally clean of debris and clutter, but the manufacturing process generates a fair amount of corrugated dust. Position may require overtime including possible weekends.

About Us

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build

Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make

We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail] or [phone].