Driver (Class A CDL) - $3,000 Sign on Bonus!

Hawkins Inc; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Hawkins, Inc. is seeking a Driver (Class A CDL) at our Minneapolis location to professionally deliver products to customer sites while adhering to safety and regulatory standards. The role requires operating forklifts and related equipment, and maintaining accurate documentation.

A sign-on bonus of $3,000 is offered. We seek candidates with a high school diploma, 1–3 years CDL experience, and a valid Class A license with potential tanker and HazMat endorsements.

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of Class A CDL driving experience.
• Current Class A CDL with tanker and HazMat endorsements preferred.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills; MS Office knowledge.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing or chemical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products to internal and external customer sites.
• Know equipment and processes for handling, storing, shipping, and transporting hazardous materials per DOT standards.
• Complete required shipping/receiving paperwork and inventory/inspection records.
• Provide routine maintenance and inspection of vehicles and equipment.
• Report product safety incidents to supervisor or designated backup.
• Ensure compliance with SOPs and applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Skills

Class A CDL

HazMat endorsement

DOT compliance

Effective communication

MS Office basics

Education

Highschool diploma or equivalent

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Driver (Class A CDL) - $3,000 Sign on Bonus!

Job Category : Manufacturing & Operations

Requisition Number : DRIVE002676

• Posted : August 6, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Minneapolis, MN 55413, USA

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.

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


• 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 Class A CDL driving experience required


• Currently holding a Class A CDL with ability to obtain tanker and HAZMAT endorsements


• 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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to drive 1-2 overnights per week


• 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: $33.85/hr.

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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