Delivery Driver

Ghyslain Chocolatier Inc; Union City (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghyslain Chocolatier Inc is seeking a Delivery Driver responsible for loading, delivering, and unloading products to customers while maintaining high standards of quality and service. The role emphasizes timely deliveries, accurate paperwork, and strong customer relationships in Union City, IN.

The position requires a High School Diploma/GED, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Daily organize deliveries to maximize truck space and efficiency.
• Ensure all delivery paperwork is correctly documented.
• Load and unload products at delivery locations.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with delivery customers.
• Maintain driver’s logs on a daily basis.
• Report traffic violations and maintain a valid license to operate company vehicles.
• Ensure health, safety, and HACCP compliance during delivery operations.
• Assist with unexpected deliveries as needed.

Skills

Customer relations

Time management

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Delivery truck operation

Job description

Basic Function:

Delivery Driver is responsible to: Load, deliver and unload products to customers ensuring that all deliveries are documented correctly. Develop and maintain excellent customer relations with all customers. Maintain time and temperature on products delivered so that the quality and appearance meet the standards of company

Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED. Physical demands are standing, stooping and kneeling, use of hands, eyes and arms. Must be able to lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs. Clean Ghyslain shirts and grey pants with appropriate shoes are to be worn.

Equipment Used: Delivery

Truck

Schedule and Route: Open

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Daily organize deliveries to customers to maximize truck space and ease of deliveries.
• Ensure that all paperwork is correctly documented for deliveries. Overages and shortages are noted, and the proper paperwork is turned into corporate office.
• Timely load and unload products at Artisan Center and designated delivery locations.
• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with delivery customers. Report on any customer concerns about product and delivery to General Manager.
• Pick up product as scheduled and deliver to appropriate locations.
• Maintain driver’s logbooks for company records to turn in on a daily basis.
• Unload truck at the end of day and plan schedule for the following day in a timely manner.
• Work as a team to meet weekly delivery goals.
• Maintain delivery truck in a clean and organized manner.
• Report any traffic or speed violations to manager while driving company vehicles. The driver is responsible for payment of traffic violation tickets to local authorities while working.
• Responsible for maintaining a valid driver’s license to operate company vehicles.
• Ensure proper rotation of perishable items while pulling stock to load trucks.
• Practice preventative maintenance on trucks, report any issues immediately.
• Assure compliance with health department requirements, safety codes and HACCP procedures relevant to food and delivery of products.
• Minimize waste in the process. Report any damaged or wasted product while on deliveries.
• Assist Ghyslain Chocolatier, as needed with unexpected deliveries, pickups and additional requests to meet the needs of the business.