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Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. in Hammond, LA is seeking a Route Driver to load, deliver, and account for products while servicing a variety of customers. The role covers multiple duties across routes and does not follow a fixed schedule.

The position requires a Class B CDL, good driving record, and ability to work Monday through Friday with a weekly base pay of $750 plus commissions. Physical demands include loading and unloading products and operating in varied environments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; and one to two years related experience and/or training.
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.
• Must be able to drive, stand, walk, kneel, lift and bend for virtually the entire shift; may lift 20–55 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver product to customers in an efficient, timely, courteous and accurate manner.
• Ensure sufficient route inventory levels to meet customer demands while adhering to inventory control procedures.
• Submit all customer paperwork and deposits daily; including invoices, load orders, and handheld reports.
• Maintain proper handheld records for all accounts.
• Load/unload cases onto/off the truck with equipment; secure loads.
• Stock and rotate product on shelves or in cold rooms.
• Complete DOT and customer paperwork daily; perform inspections and driver logs.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes.

Skills

CDL Class B

Delivery driving

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Hammond, LA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 12992

This role is located in Gulfport, MS

The Route Driver. The position involves loading, ordering, delivering, product accounting and other functions involved in servicing a variety of customers. This position is not assigned to a specific route or day.

Monday - Friday, Commission based pay. Weekly guarantee of $750 plus commission.

• Deliver product to customers in an efficient, timely, courteous and accurate manner.
• Ensure sufficient route inventory levels to meet customer demands while adhering to account inventory control and company distribution procedures.
• Submit all customer paperwork and deposits daily; including invoices, load orders, and handheld reports.
• Maintain proper handheld records for all accounts.
• Load or unload cases of product manually with hook, handcart or pallet-jack onto and off the truck. Ensure load is properly secured. Collect empty cases.
• Stock and/or rotate product on shelves or in cold room.
• Must be able to complete assigned route within DOT time regulations.
• Maintain a valid Class B CDL and current DOT medical card. Per Company and/or DOT regulations, report any moving violations to management immediately.
• Checks load security prior to travel and at each stop, making adjustments when needed.
• Know and comply with all Department of Transportation regulations per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations handbook.
• Complete all daily DOT and customer paperwork including delivery tickets, pre and post trip inspections, driver logs, and vehicle service reports.
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
• Know and comply with all Department of Transportation regulations per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations handbook.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; and one to two years related experience and/or training
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Experience within the food and beverage industry preferred.
• Must be able to drive, stand, walk, kneel, lift and bend required for virtually the entire shift. Balance - pulling product, climb in and out of truck. Ability to lift and/or move up to six cases on hand truck. (cases weigh 20 to 55 lbs.).
• Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environment with moderate noise, sometimes slippery floors. Temperature range from 34-120 degrees F.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends and holidays.
• Be able to effectively work in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Must possess and maintain a Class B CDL.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment screens (including drug, background and criminal checks).