Driver, Delivery, Transportation

Driver California Dairies
• Marina, CA, United States

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. CDI's Consumer Products Group is the driving force behind the marketing and sales function for CDI's butter, supported by a strong food service business, and two heritage retail brands:
Challenge and Danish Creamery. Proudly Californian, our butter is cultivated by the sun, and we believe that together we can spread that sunshine through every bite, every meal, and every shared moment. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy!

We believe in valuing our team with a total rewards package that goes beyond the basics. You'll find we offer competitive pay and incentive programs designed to recognize and reward your contributions.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits
, generous paid time off, sick days & holidays
, retirement plans designed to secure your future. We don't stop there. We've also cultivated a variety of valuable programs focused on your personal well-being and professional growth
, ensuring you have the support you need to both inside and outside of work.

The Driver is a member of the Food service team in the Consumer Products Group. Representing the Challenge and Danish Creamery Brands, the Driver is also a Salesman for the Brand servicing a dedicated route for direct store delivery (DSD) with responsibilities for professional and timely selling and delivery of product.

The proper care and maintenance of vehicle while adhering to strict compliance with the rules of the road regarding safety. This includes conducting pre‑trip inspections and reporting any safety or repair issues immediately.

• Maintain the proper levels of and working order for oil, lubrication, water, coolants, cleanliness of cab and box, fuel.
• Maintain proper skills and license necessary to operate a vehicle and always be on the alert for circumstances that are out of the ordinary and require sudden responses.
• Follow local and area restrictions to maintain safe driving habits and proper condition of vehicle.
• Maintain due diligence to deliver products in proper form, practicing safe driving habits and product safety.
• Follow all required programs and procedures for physical safety, adhering to work related best practices and protocols.
• Distribute all products to all customers as directed. Maintain proper inventory levels to ensure proper service of customers.
• Responsible for the security of and accountability of all products assigned to the Driver in a particular jurisdiction.
• Inventory of product is to be taken as required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Valid commercial driver’s license and clean MVR driving record.
• Strong customer service and sales skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Physical ability to lift and move products of up to 50 pounds.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of local routes and geography.
• Some experience in sales or customer service preferred.
• Must pass a DOT drug screening before hire and throughout employment.
• Propensity for researching appropriate routes with attention to traffic patterns to determine the best roads to take, with assistance from GPS as needed.
• General technological knowledge, such as being able to learn and use company devices to maintain accurate records of inventory and hours worked.
• Physical aptitude for the position, including being able to hold scanning devices, drive, stand and sit for long periods of time and lift, load and carry heavy packages.
• Courtesy, concern and cooperation are the mandatory traits that are necessary for our continued growth.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Use of…