Class B Truck Driver

Job Summary & Company Background
Come be a part of our family-owned and operated food distribution company! We are looking for driven, hardworking individuals that are looking to grow with our company! We are a local, ethnic food importer & distributor that services retail stores. You will play a vital role in ensuring smooth warehouse operations and efficient distribution processes. This energetic position involves safely driving and operating straight truck/vans, on local routes, handling inventory, operating heavy equipment, and supporting order fulfillment activities. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to deliver exceptional service to our customers. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are eager to develop your skills in warehouse management and materials handling, this opportunity is perfect for you to grow with our company and to create future opportunities within our company.

DAILY DUTIES

• VEHICLE OPERATION: Safely drive straight trucks, vans on local routes.
• CARGO MANAGEMENT: Load, unload, and secure freight using equipment like pallet jacks and lift gates.
• INSPECTIONS & SAFETY: Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• DOCUMENTATION: Verify paperwork, invoices and BOL for accuracy and maintain logs.
• CUSTOMER SERVICE: Represent the company professionally during deliveries.
• COMPLIANCE: Adhere to safety standards.
• ORDER FULFILLMENT ( PICKING/PACKING ): Retrieving items from storage (picking) and securely packaging them (packing) for shipping.
• SHIPPING AND LOADING: Preparing pallets, loading trucks, and updating records for outgoing shipments.
• SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE: Operating equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks safely, maintaining a clean workspace, and removing hazards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• VALID CDL - CLASS B DRIVER’S LICENSE IN MICHIGAN: operating vehicles up to 54,000 lbs.
• AGE REQUIREMENT: minimum 21 years or older.
• PHYSICAL STAMINA: Ability to stand for long periods and lift, push, or pull heavy items (50+ lbs.).
• ACCURACY & DETAIL: High attention to detail for checking in orders with receivers.
• TECHNICAL SKILLS: Familiarity with safe operation of material handling equipment.
• COMMUNICATION: Ability to work well with team members and supervisors.

MANDATORY EXPERIENCE: at least 2 years of commercial driving experience particularly with straight trucks.

COMPENSATION: $20 - $26 PER HOUR BASED ON EXPERIENCE, HEALTH INSURANCE OR OTHER BENEFITS NOT PROVIDED

WORK HOURS: MON – FRI 1ST SHIFT EARLY MORNING START TIMES ( 6:00 AM TO 8:00 AM )

Resume must be emailed to [email protected]. Phone interviews will be conducted prior to scheduling an in-person meeting.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Work Location: In person