Job Description

Job Title: CDL/A Truck Driver

Reports to: Department Supervisor at specific Business Unit

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Schedule: 1st Shift / 8am-4pm Monday-Friday (Overtime as needed) 

Summary of duties and responsibilities:

Perform all CDL/A Truck driving functions involved in the transportation of product to and from Modineer Company. CDL/A Truck driving responsibilities include, but is not limited to, the following: Operating a tractor with up to a 53’ trailer, operating a box truck, material handling, handling safety, upkeep, and cleanliness of the truck, and required documentation.  Employees must follow standard work instructions and practice safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Operating a Box Truck to transport manufactured goods on a planned route between Niles Plant Locations and Benton Harbor, MI.  

• Position requires loading and unloading trucks and material handling duties when not driving. 
• The driver is responsible for the safety, cleanliness and upkeep of the truck. 
• The driver will also be responsible for assuring that the proper paperwork is filled out daily and reported in a timely manner. 
• The driver is to always represent Modineer on the road and at our customers and vendors professionally. 
• There is no overnight travel involved.

Education, prior work experience and specialized skills and knowledge:

• Position requires CDL/A license with a current medical card with verifiable experience.
• Must be able to pass a written and practical fork truck test.
• Must be able to perform all required Modineer production system documentation such and production reports, inspection reports, etc.  
• Good Attendance (must have less than 5 chargeable absences).
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Physical environment/working conditions:

The position is in the factory and could involve sitting, standing, walking and lifting for long periods of time throughout the day.

Other (e.g., customer contact or access to confidential information): 

Must be able to work as part of a team.