Perform the duties of a local CDL-A Truck Driver for all E&E Manufacturing produced parts. This position requires an experienced driver familiar with all DOT regulations and able to transport trailers safety between the production plant and off-site warehouse

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additional job duties may be assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

Ability to successfully and efficiently maneuver semi-trucks/ industrial trucks.
Ability to successfully drive a Hi-Lo/Forklift
Transport finished goods and raw materials to and from the manufacturing plant and off-site warehouse
Inspect vehicles and equipment for mechanical gaps or safety concerns, and perform some preventative maintenance activities
Plan driving routes and meet delivery schedules
Document and log driving time
Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, etc.) as well as with company policies and procedures
Maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions safely
Collect and verify delivery instructions
Report defects, accidents, or violations for equipment, vehicles, and regular work processes
Complete other tasks assigned, including supporting other Shipping/Receiving forklift drivers in the plant and/or warehouse

**Expectations

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Employees are expected to follow all standards listed below:

Consistently exhibit appropriate attendance habits, working the hours necessary to perform the job
Organize and maintain efficiency of work area and shipping/receiving docks
Provide necessary, accurate, and timely feedback of all pertinent information to co-workers and management
Effectively communicate with co-workers and management personnel to enhance teamwork and communication initiatives
Consistently adhere to and support company policies and procedures, including ISO14001, IATF16949, and safety regulations
- Accept instructions and duties in a positive manner
Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect
Actively support the E&E values

**Work Environment

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Work environment characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees also may be subject to certain environments such as working near loud moving mechanical parts. The following environments include:

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
Outdoor weather conditions
Vibration
All PPE requirements for the plant production area will apply (including requirement to wear safety-toed shoes, sleeves, gloves, ear plugs and glasses)

**Noise Level

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The noise level in the working environment will be moderate with slight traffic and the sound of presses and machinery. Ear protection may be required.

**Physical Demands

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The physical demands describes below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following physical demands include:

Standing
Walking
Sitting
Reach with hands and arms
Weight up to 50 Pounds

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**Special Vision Requirements

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Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less).
Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more).
Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors).
Depth perception (three dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships).
Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).

**Education/Experience/Certifications:

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To effectively carry out duties and responsibilities in the job position the following education, experience, or certifications are preferred/required:

**Education:

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High School Diploma or GED is required

**Experience:

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One or more years of experience as a commercial driver (semi-truck/trailer)
Previous OTR and/or local CDL-A driving experience is strongly preferred

**Certifications:

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Active and clean CDL-A license, registration, and DOT card

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**Additional Skills Required:

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To effectively carry out duties and responsibilities in the job position the following skills are preferred/required:

**Computer skills

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Experience with basic computer systems (including MS Word and Excel)

**Communication skills:

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Communicate effectively with fellow employees, vendors, and customers
Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

**Other Skills:

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Detail oriented
Organized and able to meet deadlines while performing multiple duties
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists