Conventional Driver

Overview

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? HP Hood offers an exciting challenge and opportunities for growth within a culture built on innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. HP Hood provides a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more.

Founded in 1846, HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our brands include Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

The Route Driver family of positions requires a current valid CDL, a satisfactory MVR (Motor Vehicle Record), an up-to-date medical card, and one year’s driving experience or equivalent classroom qualification. Employees must have a neat, clean appearance and the ability to pass a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 1:30 AM, 4 Day Rotating schedule. Your working hours may be modified in accordance with Company’s business needs.

Pay range: $1,495.01 - $1,661.09 USD.

• Responsible for the safe operation of the Company vehicle while complying with all company, state and federal regulations.
• Have a good working knowledge of the assigned delivery route and be familiar with product handling requirements.
• Represent the Company in a courteous, ethical and professional manner at all times.
• Keep a vehicle operation log and report any necessary maintenance or other problems to the Distribution Supervisor daily and complete all reports as required by DOT and HP Hood LLC.
• Deliver all products ordered in a timely manner and advise the Distribution Supervisor of any recommendations for improvements or problems needing attention daily.
• Keep accurate, daily records of accounts and collected cash.
• Work independently while supporting the Distribution Department.
• Work cooperatively with managers, supervisors and peers.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Execute assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Perform assigned duties satisfactorily and in a timely manner.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current, valid CDL
• Reading & writing proficiency (English) and ability to identify colors

• Basic math skills
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Multi-tasking
• Ability to work independently with little supervision

• Regularly required to sit, stand and walk
• Regularly required to drive various company-owned or operated passenger and commercial vehicles
• Work in all-weather conditions

• Maintain a clean & safe work environment
• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through job tasks and sanitary work area
• Support biosecurity and GMP measures
• Work with SQF site lead and HR to support SQF training efforts
• Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action
• Backup duties are covered by other Managers when not on site

• Days off vary on each route
• Ability to perform manual labor tasks required by position

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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As set forth in HP Hood’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under applicable law. This section includes information related to veteran status and disability status for compliance purposes. Details and definitions are provided within the form as applicable.

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