Conventional Driver Portland, ME

Overview

Are you a self-driven person looking to advance your career as a high-impact player on a team? If so, we have an exciting challenge for you and your future!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes 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 portfolio includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

$10,000 Sign on Bonus!!

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 DOT (Department of Transportation) exam.

Early am start times following a 3-week schedule rotation:

• Week 1 - Off Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday
• Week 2 - Off Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday
• Week 3 - Off Sunday, Friday, and Saturday

Your working hours may be modified in accordance with Company's business needs.

• 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 necessary 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 in a cooperative manner 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 language) and ability to identify colors.

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Multi-tasked individual.
• 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 completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• 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.

The pay range for this position is $1,669.74 - $1,855.27 USD.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For Applicants in Massachusetts – It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Employment is subject to verification of an applicant’s identity and eligibility for employment in the United States as required by immigration laws. We are unable to assist with sponsorship at this time.

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information you provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected group status under applicable law.

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