CDL Switcher Driver- Charlotte Plant- D Shift 6pm-6am -S

Campbell's; Town of Charlotte (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell's is seeking a CDL Switcher Driver to shuttle merchandise and raw materials between properties and deliver local backhauls as needed. The role emphasizes safe operation of tractors and trucks, pre-trip inspections, and accurate record-keeping.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma or GED, a CDL Class A license with a DOT Medical Card, and experience in a manufacturing environment. Training in yard management systems will be provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; production experience preferred.
• CDL Class A license and DOT Medical Card required.
• CDL Tank Vehicle Endorsement preferred if applicable.
• Knowledge of DOT rules and ability to operate material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates tractor/trailer and straight trucks to shipping/receiving docks.
• Performs pre-trip safety inspections and maintains logs as required.
• Keeps daily trip reports and trailer yard inventory.
• Inspects and maintains dock equipment and trailer restraints; ensures loads are secured.

Skills

DOT regulations

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class A license

Tools

CDL Class A

DOT Medical Card

CDL Tank Vehicle Endorsement

Job description

Since 1869, we’ve connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover.Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Job Summary

The CDL Switcher Driver is responsible for shuttling merchandise or raw materials between properties. They will also deliver local backhauls as needed.

Essential Job Duties

• Demonstrates the ability to operate the following equipment in a safe and knowledgeable manner: tractor/trailer trucks, straight body trucks, forklifts and floor jacks.
• Operates in a safe and knowledgeable manner tractor/trailer trucks and straight body trucks to and from shipping and receiving dock areas and other locations as necessary.
• Performs all DOT and Company required pre-trip safety inspections and maintains logs & records as appropriate.
• Keeps a daily record including trip reports and trailer yard inventory.
• Maintains exterior of all dock areas. Included is occasionally sweep and removal of debris, removal of snow and ice as necessary, inspection and schedule of maintenance of trailer restraints, inspection of exterior dock equipment, including but not limited to, dock shelters, dock enclosures, dock bumpers, lighting, painting, etc.
• Responsible for inspection of tail end of drop trailer loads to ensure products are properly secured prior to closing doors, affixing trailer seal on rear doors of drop trailer loads and corrects discrepancies immediately.
• Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection; keeps work area clean; stores supplies in designated areas; identifies/reports defective equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision.
• Performs other job-related projects, duties and assignments as directed by warehouse supervision.
• May be responsible for placing paperwork (bill of lading, etc.) on dropped trailers.
• Assists in product transfer from the warehouse racks to the trucks when necessary.
• Maintains general housekeeping duties, sweeps floors, retrieves pallets and distributes to proper locations; performs light maintenance.
• Will be required to be able to learn how to use a yard management system
• Will be required to perform Lot checks/Yard checks
• May perform other duties as required.

Statement of Coverage (In absence of incumbent, outline who will perform the essential duties and responsibilities; applicable for Quality Supervisors and Managers only.)

N/A

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Knowledgeable of Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
• Ability to operate Material Handling equipment.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED and/or 1-year production experience in a manufacturing environment required. A minimum of 1 year of driving tractor trailers experience preferred

Professional Licenses or Certifications

• CDL Class A Driver’s license.
• DOT Medical Card.
• CDL Tank Vehicle Endorsement (if applicable).

Physical Demands

Will be required to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee must occasionally stoop or kneel.

Place an “x” in the box for each of the categories below:
Sitting Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
Standing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
Walking Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Driving Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
Using hands Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
Climbing Seldom: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
Stooping, Kneeling Seldom: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
Talking, Hearing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x

Weight: Place an “x” in the box for each of the categories below:
Up to 10 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously: x
Up to 25 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
Up to 50 pounds Seldom/Never: Occasionally: x Frequently: Continuously:
Up to 100 pounds Seldom/Never: x Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
More than 100 lbs with a pallet jack. Seldom/Never: x Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:

Activity Frequency
Floor to Waist Lift Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Waist to Eye Lift Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Two Handed Carry Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
One Handed Carry Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Pushing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
Pulling Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: x Continuously:
Overhead Work Standing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Low Work Standing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Kneeling Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Low Work Sitting Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Squat Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Overhead Working Lying on Back Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Climbing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Repetitive Squatting Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Crawling Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Ladder Climbing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Repetitive Twisting Standing Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Repetitive Twisting Sitting Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Balance on Level Surfaces Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Balance on Uneven Surfaces Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Balance on Ladder Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Balance on Beam/Scaffold Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Hand Dexterity Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:
Finger Dexterity Seldom: Occasionally: Frequently: Continuously:

Work Environment (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while successfully performing the essential functions of the job)
Warehouse noise levels are usually moderate.

Place an “x” in the box for each of the categories below:
Lighting Poor: Fair: x Good:
Temperature Poor: x Fair: Good:
Ventilation Poor: Fair: Good: x
Vibration Poor: Fair: x Good:
Noise Poor: Fair: x Good:
Other: Poor: Fair: Good:

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.