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MPS EGG FARMS (Feed Mill)
Class A CDL Driver
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$46,180 / year median in Indiana
-13% projected decline
Job Description
Class A CDL Driver - Home Daily Matching 401-k benefit plan with a dollar for dollar contribution match up to 4%. Are you looking to join a great organization with a rich history of success? Are you looking for a new career and great job opportunity in the North Manchester, Indiana area? MPS Egg Farms' Feed Mill facility located in North Manchester, Indiana is hiring CDL Drivers. We offer good pay, steady hours, bonus potential, and a full benefits package that includes a generous matching 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, paid vacation, paid holidays, and other benefits. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in starting a career in the agricultural industry. Company Summary MPS Egg Farms is one of the largest and most reliable shell egg producers in the United States, with roots dating back to 1875. We are currently the 8th largest egg producer in the US, with over 11 million hens. We are a premier supplier of shell eggs by meeting the highest standards of customer service, quality, food safety, and animal husbandry.
Position Summary:
A CDL driver transports goods and materials between locations using tractor trailers and heavy trucks. Position requires frequent travel of short, intermediate, and long distances to deliver loads as required and scheduled. Drivers must adhere to all traffic and safety regulations while making deliveries in a timely manner. A CDL Driver must be organized, detailed oriented, and comfortable working independently. A clean driving record and commercial driving experience is a must. Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Fully understand how to operate and safely drive assigned vehicle
- Drive vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
- Pick-up and safely transport goods to the intended destination
- Ensure contents are properly secured in a truck to prevent damage/injury
- Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries
- Stay on a predetermined route and ensure timely transport and delivery
- Confirm that the contents of each shipment load match the manifest document
- Perform inspections of vehicle prior to and following each trip
- Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
- Always ensure vehicle is kept clean
- Maintenance and service is completed by on site mechanic (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
- Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
- Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
- Adhere to company safety and bio-security rules and regulations
- Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive in according to the weather/road conditions
- Comply with ICC and DOT regulations
- Perform all other duties as assigned Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
- Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) required
- Two plus years of proven experience in commercial truck driving preferred
- Clean driving record with no moving violations
- Skilled at driving and parking large, heavy vehicles
- Alert, focused, and detail-oriented
- Proficient using GPS and other routing systems
- Map reading and route planning experience
- Self-starter who works well independently
- Disciplined, dependable, and resourceful
- Reliable and dependable work ethic
- Able to follow spoken and written instructions in English Biosecurity/Animal Welfare The jobsite is a biosecure environment which requires the strict daily adherence to established biosecurity processes and procedures before entering the facility.