Shuttle Driver

Upper Lakes Foods, Inc.; Cloquet (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Upper Lakes Foods is seeking a Full-Time Shuttle Truck Driver in Cloquet, MN to safely transport goods between facilities and warehouses. You will follow federal/state safety rules and keep precise delivery logs to help our operations run smoothly.

We value strong communication, organization, and reliability. This role is an equal opportunity employer; background checks and MVR are required before employment. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, HSA/FSA, and PTO.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license is required.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to verify product accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Experience interacting with dispatch, warehouse teams, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport goods between company facilities and warehouses.
• Adhere to federal, state, and company safety regulations.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintain logs.
• Provide accurate delivery mileage records and communicate with dispatch.
• Support a culture of customer-centric service on every delivery.

Skills

CDL Class A

Customer service experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Are you ready to hit the road in Cloquet, MN, and be the lifeblood of Upper Lakes Foods? As a Full-Time Shuttle Driver, you won't just be driving; you'll be an essential part of our vibrant team, connecting people to the food distribution magic that happens onsite. Imagine the thrill of being behind the wheel, meeting new colleagues, and ensuring smooth operations all day long!

Our fun and flexible culture means your day will be anything but ordinary, and you'll get to enjoy a supportive atmosphere where innovation and problem-solving are celebrated. Be part of a forward-thinking team that values your contributions and celebrates excellence in everything we do. Join us in this exciting role and drive your career forward!

You can get great benefits such as

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off

Upper Lakes Foods: What drives us

Upper Lakes Foods is the largest independent, wholesale food distributor in Minnesota. The company has three facilities located in Cloquet, MN, Northfield, MN and Janesville, WI. We distribute food throughout the Upper Midwest. Upper Lakes Foods specializes in serving foodservice operators such as independent restaurants, assisted living facilities, schools, and national and regional foodservice chain accounts with a strong focus on customer service. Simply put, the mission is to build value for each customer, employee, supplier and community we serve by bringing the best; the best products, best people and best ideas.

Day to Day as a Shuttle Driver

Step into the driver's seat as a Shuttle Truck Driver with Upper Lakes Foods! In this pivotal role, you'll be responsible for safely transporting goods, materials, and equipment between our bustling company facilities and warehouses, all while navigating the open road in a tractor-trailer. Your commitment to timely and efficient delivery ensures that our operations run like a well-oiled machine. You'll adhere to federal, state, and company safety regulations, performing routine vehicle inspections to keep things top-notch.

Plus, your knack for accurate delivery and mileage record-keeping, combined with effective communication with dispatch and warehouse teams, will help foster smooth operations and enhance our customer-centric culture. Join us for a fulfilling drive where excellence meets fun!

What you need to be successful

As a Shuttle Truck Driver at Upper Lakes Foods, your success hinges on a unique blend of skills and abilities! First and foremost, a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required. You'll need excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills to manage your routes and paperwork efficiently. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities will serve you well, especially when verifying product accuracy and resolving any discrepancies. Strong communication skills are a must, as you'll interact with dispatch, warehouse teams, and customers daily.

Previous customer service experience is a plus, enabling you to provide a professional and positive experience. Adaptability is key, as you may face varying weather conditions and physical demands while maintaining compliance with company policies and safety regulations. Join us in making every delivery count!

We are an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Full job description located on the Upper Lakes Foods career page.

Final candidates are required to successfully complete a background check, MVR, pre-employment lift evaluations, and pre-employment DOT drug screening prior to their employment start date.
All offers of employment are conditional and contingent upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory results from a comprehensive background investigation and MVR and a negative result on a pre-employment lift evaluation and DOT drug screen.
Failure to successfully complete either requirement may result in withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable federal, state, and local law.