CDL Driver

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Job Description 

Job Summary (State overall purpose of the job in 2-3 sentences) 
The CDL Driver is responsible for loading, shuttling and delivering product between Snyder's-Lance manufacturing locations to DC locations in a tractor trailer. They will also deliver local backhauls as needed. 

Essential Job Duties (Most important job duties explained clearly and concisely. If mandatory overtime is required, please list that here.) 
•    Demonstrates the ability to operate the following equipment in a safe and knowledgeable manner: tractor/trailer trucks, straight body trucks, fork lifts, floor jacks and pallet jacks. 
•    Performs all DOT and/or Company required pre-trip safety inspections, and maintains logs & records as appropriate. Keeps a daily record including trip reports and trailer yard inventory. 
•    Works on and maintains exterior of all company dock areas.  Included is occasionally sweeping and removal of debris, removal of snow and ice as necessary, inspection of trailer restraints, inspection of exterior dock equipment, including but not limited to, dock shelters, dock enclosures, dock bumpers, lighting, painting, etc. 
•    Responsible for inspection of tail end of drop trailer loads to ensure products are properly secured prior to closing doors, affixing trailer seal on rear doors of drop trailer loads, and corrects discrepancies immediately.  
•    Responsible for verifying product to ensure product is in good condition and properly identified at unloading, and delivery is accurate. 
•    Practices and adheres to appropriate safety and hygiene guidelines/procedures for safe housekeeping and personal protection; keeps work area clean; stores supplies in designated areas; identifies/reports defective equipment; reports all job-related injuries to supervision. 
•    Performs other job-related projects (including but not limited to inventory control and/or order management activities at warehouse) duties and assignments as directed by warehouse supervision. 
•    Shuttles product or raw material between facilities. 
•    Works as a switcher if needed. 
•    May be responsible for placing paperwork (bill of lading, etc.) on dropped trailers. 
•    May deliver orders to DC locations and help breakdown load as needed.  
•    May perform other duties as required. 

Statement of Coverage (In absence of incumbent, outline who will perform the essential duties and responsibilities; applicable for Quality Supervisors and Managers only.)  
N/A 

Scope of Responsibility (List Title(s) of Jobs Supervised, Authority to act, number of employees supervised, sales volume $, projected budget $, level of decision making or impact of decisions made to the organization.  An organizational chart should be included with job description when submitted)  

Knowledge and Skill Requirements (Knowledge, skills, and abilities normally required for competent performance in the job – writing skills, communication skills, analytical skills, attention to detail, license, specific technical skills, etc.  List licenses or professional certifications required for the job.) 
Must be knowledgeable of Department of Transportation rules and regulations. 

Education and Experience (Minimum and preferred educational requirements, years of experience needed to successfully perform the job – High School or GED, High School plus specialized vocation or technical education, college degree) 
High School Diploma or GED required. Familiarity with computerized equipment; some prior directly-related experience preferred. 

Professional Licenses or Certifications (List professional licenses or certificates required for the job) 
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).  
Must be able to obtain and retain a valid DOT medical card. 
Must be able to obtain license for and operate material handling equipment (e.g. Forklift). 
Charlotte Only- May need to obtain CDL Tank Vehicle Endorsement. 

Physical Demands (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job) 
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk.  The employee must occasionally stoop or kneel.  

Place an "x" in the box for each of the categories below: 
Sitting    Seldom:      Occasionally:    Frequently: x    Continuously: 
Standing    Seldom:    Occasionally:    Frequently: x    Continuously:  
Walking    Seldom:    Occasionally:     Frequently: x    Continuously: 
Driving    Seldom:      Occasionally:    Frequently:     Continuously: x 
Using hands    Seldom:    Occasionally:    Frequently:    Continuously: x 
Climbing    Seldom:    Occasionally: x    Frequently:    Continuously: 
Stooping, Kneeling    Seldom:    Occasionally: x    Frequently:    Continuously: 
Talking, Hearing    Seldom:    Occasionally:    Frequently:     Continuously: x 
Floor to Waist Lift    Seldom: x    Occasionally:    Frequently:    Continuously:  
Two Handed Carry    Seldom: x    Occasionally:      Frequently:    Continuously: 
Pushing    Seldom:      Occasionally:    Frequently: x    Continuously: 
Pulling    Seldom:       Occasionally:      Frequently: x    Continuously: 

Weight:  Place an "x" in the box for each of the categories below: 
Up to 10 pounds    Seldom/Never:    Occasionally:    Frequently: x    Continuously:  
Up to 25 pounds    Seldom/Never:    Occasionally:    Frequently: x    Continuously:  
Up to 50 pounds    Seldom/Never:     Occasionally: x    Frequently:     Continuously: 
Up to 100 pounds    Seldom/Never: x     Occasionally:     Frequently:    Continuously: 
More than 100 lbs with assistance.    Seldom/Never:     Occasionally:     Frequently: x    Continuously: 

Work Environment (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while successfully performing the essential functions of the job) 
Plant and Warehouse noise levels are usually moderate. 
Subject to indoor facility and outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, heat/cold.  

Place an "x" in the box for each of the categories below: 
Lighting    Poor:    Fair: x    Good:  
Temperature    Poor:     Fair: x    Good: 
Ventilation    Poor:    Fair:    Good: x 
Vibration    Poor:    Fair: x    Good: 
Noise    Poor:    Fair: x    Good: 
Other:    Poor:    Fair:    Good: 

Travel Required (Indicate type of travel and % of time travel is required) 
Overnight travel typically not required. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions