CDL B Truck Driver

Standex International Corporation; Fraser (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Truck Driver to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely transporting cargo across the metro Detroit area and beyond, ensuring timely deliveries while adhering to safety protocols. Your expertise in driving large vehicles and attention to detail will be crucial as you navigate various routes and manage shipping and receiving tasks. This position offers a chance to be part of a dynamic environment with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement plans. Join a company that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k match

Company paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Stock discounts

Health Savings contributions

Scholarship Programs

Work life balance

Opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• Valid CDL class B required for driving heavy trucks.
• 2+ years of commercial driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive heavy trucks for cargo transportation.
• Perform inspections and maintenance on the truck.
• Assist in shipping and receiving tools.

Skills

Driving large vehicles

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

GPS proficiency

Route planning

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid CDL class B

2+ years of commercial truck driving experience

Tools

Electric lift

Hand trucks

Pallet jacks

Job description

Standex Engraving designs, develops, and applies engineered texture finishes to tooling that produces the products we see and use every day. These texture finishes add beauty, creative expression, fine details, and functionality, enhancing the value and our enjoyment of these products.

We are the only global texture company in the market today and we constantly strive to meet the ever-evolving challenges in the industry.

Why Standex?

As an established company, we offer a vast array of competitive benefits to include:

• Anthem Blue Cross health, dental, and vision
• 401k match
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stock discounts
• Health Savings company contributions
• Scholarship Programs
• Work life balance
• Opportunities to advance

Position:

Truck Driver

FLSA Exemption:

Non-Exempt

Location:

Fraser, MI

Status:

Full-time

Summary of Position:

The Truck Driver is responsible for driving a heavy truck, transporting cargo safely to and from destinations in metro Detroit area, Grand Rapids, and occasionally out of state (primarily home each night). The Truck Driver will also have duties and responsibilities within the shipping and receiving department:

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for ensuring tools are properly secured to prevent damage/injury
• Responsible for fully understanding how to operate and safely drive assigned truck
• Assist in mapping driving routes to ensure timely deliveries and pick ups
• Responsible for performing inspections on the truck prior to and following each trip
• Responsible for maintaining and servicing the truck as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
• Communicating with production managers and shop office coordinators on all tools coming and going
• Responsible for notifying all necessary management of any major maintenance or delivery issues
• Responsible for following a delivery schedule while maintaining proper break times as needed
• Lead point person on making sure the proper tools match up with the documents
• Responsible for maintaining signatures on all documentation for every tool delivery and pick up
• Responsible for obeying all applicable traffic laws and driving in accordance to the weather/road conditions
• Assist in shipping and receiving when outside trucks drop off tools by unloading, accounting for each tool, piece and part marked on the documents with each tool and signing off on receiving them
• Assist in shipping and receiving by communicating with production manager and shop office coordinators regarding the movement to which each tool needs to go and what department

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
• Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
• Physically and mentally fit
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. at a time
• Possess great physical stamina and focus during long driving shifts
• Comfortable with long-haul transport
• Able to operate an electric lift, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
• Map reading and route planning experience
• An innate sense of direction
• Self-starter who works well independently
• Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
• High level of composure and good stress management

Educational Requirements/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
• Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL class B) required
• 2+ years of proven experience commercial truck driving preferred
• Clean driving record with no moving violations