Overnight Lead Route Driver; Non-CDL

OVERNIGHT DRIVER LEAD
$24.75/HR | 24/7 OPERATIONS SUPPORT | WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS AS NEEDED

Since 1955
, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth
. We continue to be successful because of talented people—just like you—who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each day. At E.A. Sween
, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us!

• Hourly Pay: $24.75

The Driver Lead plays a crucial role in coordinating daily distributions, ensuring safe and timely deliveries of quality products to customer stores in a professional, cost-effective manner. This position involves running routes
, training new drivers
, and supporting the Distribution Supervisor
.

• Process Compliance: Oversee daily tasks and ensure compliance with manifests,
  FERs
  , DOT logs
  , and driver issue logs.

• Training &
  
  Coaching:
  
  Facilitate training and provide ongoing coaching to drivers in alignment with company guidelines and Best Practices
  .

• Fleet Readiness: Monitor the truck fleet daily for cleanliness and proper maintenance to support efficient delivery operations.

• Safety & Compliance: Uphold safety and health standards, including HACCP and OSHA requirements; lead safety meetings, report hazardous conditions, and adhere to Best Practices
  .

• Incident Management: Manage vehicle crash and workers’ compensation reporting; assist drivers with incident reports and coordinate with Fleet Response as needed.

• As needed to support a 24/7 operation
  , including weekends and holidays
  ; comfortable in a fast‑paced nighttime environment.

• DOT compliant with a valid Driver’s License in state of residence.

• Strong teamwork and effective communication skills to interact with CDC customers and colleagues.

• MVR that meets company guidelines.

• Availability to work weekends, holidays, or as needed for 24/7 operations.

• 21+ years of age.

• Minimum 3 years of verifiable box truck driving experience.

• Previous training, leading, or supervising experience.

• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office
  .

• Work in 35–75°F environments.

• Frequently lift/carry up to 75 lbs and push/pull up to 250 lbs
  .

• Frequent bending, kneeling, pushing, squatting, and reaching (over shoulder, at waist level, and from the floor).

• Adaptable to a fast‑paced nighttime environment to maintain efficiency and productivity.

• Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.

• Commit to Safety Everyday: See something, say something, do something; practice safe behavior and celebrate safety success.

• Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.

• Think Before Doing and Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what’s right.

• Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult; be open to ideas and feedback; ask questions to understand.

• Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others be successful.

• Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, live the spirit of E.A. Sween
  , and celebrate success.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match – fully vested after 2 years

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Recognition Program (Boss Bucks)

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability
.