Distribution & Field Logistics Driver

Boehringer Ingelheim GmbH; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim in Gainesville, FL is seeking an experienced CDL truck driver to transfer parts and vaccines to satellite warehouses. You will maintain trucks, ensure cold chain integrity, and comply with DOT regulations to deliver to multiple remote sites.

Responsibilities include daily logs, on-time deliveries, loading/unloading, and maintaining equipment in good condition. CDL is required within 45 days of offer; 2+ years driving experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CDL must be obtained within 45 days of offer but before start date.
• 2+ years of truck driving experience with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Ensure housekeeping of truck and equipment is performed routinely.
• Comply with DOT laws, rules, and regulations.
• Complete daily truck logs and report mileage with ELD.
• Deliver goods on time to the final destination and to 7 remote warehouses.
• Load/unload at distribution warehouses and maintain cold chain for frozen and refrigerated products.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL Certification

Job description

Independently execute the transfer of all parts and vaccine to our Satellite warehouses. Maintain the truck and trailer lease. Keep up to date with all truck laws and regulations.As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures 'Housekeeping' activities, (i.e. keeping truck, trailer clean, cleaning of equipment etc.) are performed routinely on the Truck.
• All work must be completed in accordance of laws rules and regulations of the DOT.
• May make day-to-day work assessments to other employees and ensure that work is executed according to the plan/schedule.
• Demonstrate a visible ' tangible commitment to HSE, Lean Principles, and the BI Vision in all work related activities.
• In addition to the above, other assigned duties ' projects deemed appropriate within the position scope.
• Complete a daily truck log and submit reports of mileage covered with knowledge of ELD.
• Observe and report equipment or mechanical failures immediately.
• Execute and deliver the goods on time to the final destination.
• Responsible for loading truck a distribution warehouse and delivering to 7 remote warehouses per schedule.
• Responsible for unloading truck at remote warehouses and dropping pallets in the appropriate locations to maintain cold chain.
• Must be certified to operate electric pallet jack.
• Responsible for maintaining cold chain throughout delivery of both frozen and refrigerated products.
• Work in accordance to the Gainesville Site policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL) must be obtained within 45 days of offer but prior to start date
• Two-plus (2+) years of experience in truck driving with a clean driving record.
• Communicate Effectively
• Problem Solving/Decision Making
• Knowledge of Processes, Systems and Resources

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).