Delivery Driver

Hawkins Inc.; Galena (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) match

ESPP

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a dedicated delivery driver to load and unload trucks and deliver products to customer sites across the Central United States. The role requires a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement, the ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen, and 1–3 years of driving experience.

Travel varies 0–20% with competitive benefits. Responsibilities include operating equipment safely, completing paperwork accurately, and maintaining vehicle condition and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years previous driving experience preferred.
• Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement (must be 21+ to obtain) and a driving record that meets company requirements.
• Currently holding a Class B CDL with ability to obtain tanker and HAZMAT endorsements preferred.
• Satisfactory driving records.
• Experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment preferred.
• Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Professionally deliver products to internal and external customer sites.
• Know the equipment and process operations for handling, storing, shipping, and transporting hazardous materials per DOT standards.
• Complete required documentation (shipping/receiving paperwork, inventory sheets, inspection reports).
• Perform routine maintenance and inspection of vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain housekeeping standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

MRP/ERP experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DLMS/Logistics software

Job description

About Hawkins

Hawkins, Inc. is a formulator, manufacturer, blender, distributer, and sales agent for thousands of industrial chemicals and reagent grade laboratory chemicals sold to municipalities and businesses throughout the Central United States. Thousands across a variety of industries have depended on Hawkins for the chemical products they need since 1938.

Learn more about us at https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/

ABOUT THE JOB

Load and unload trucks to deliver products in a safe, timely and courteous manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Professionally deliver products to internal and external customer sites
• Responsible for knowing the equipment (forklift, hose, pump, etc.) and process operations of handling, storing, shipping and transporting hazardous materials compliant with DOT standards
• Accurately complete required documentation in paper form and/or on a computer, including shipping and receiving paperwork, inventory sheets, inspection reports, etc.
• Provide routine minor maintenance and inspection of vehicles and equipment
• Maintain housekeeping standards
• Apply all product quality and safety standards as well as report any product safety incidents to the Supervisor, Manager, or designated back-up (applicable to positions working in accordance with specific plant or company certifications).
• Communicate compliance, safety, and equipment needs as personally identified
• Ability to safely operate independently while adhering to all company Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)s and Complying with all applicable Federal, State, and Corporate environmental, safety and health regulations
• Perform other miscellaneous related duties, as needed.

ABOUT YOU

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years previous driving experience preferred
• Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement (must be 21+ to obtain) and a driving record that meets company requirements
• Currently holding a Class B CDL with ability to obtain tanker and HAZMAT endorsements preferred
• Satisfactory driving records
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office required; prior MRP or ERP experience preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment preferred
• Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, reaching, and pulling
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs and ladders
• Ability to wear PPE and equipment such as safety shoes, face shields, safety glasses, safety goggles, hearing protection, gloves and a hard hat; chemical suits and a hair/beard net when required
• Ability to safely operate an industrial forklift when required
• Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements (for respirator use, SQF-certified environments, etc.)
• Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions
• Willing to work around chemicals and industrial machinery

TRAVEL

Travel varies from 0% - 20%

Expected Compensation:

$28.00/hr. + 5% Bonus Eligibility

• Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.
• Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/

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All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.

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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.