What are the responsibilities and job description for the Class A OTR Driver position at Dean Foods?
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Requirements:
Requirements
Drives Tractor Trailer and transports products from location to another (plant, branch).
May drop deliver to large accounts; non-driver-controlled order; delivers on a Tractor Trailer
Verify shipment accuracy and assure saleable condition of product.
Transact proper documentation in computerized hand-held device or paper.
Load/unload trucks.
Resolve discrepancies and communicate major issues to Supervisor.
Inspect equipment according to company and DOT regulations; Tractor, trailer, pallet jack, load bars, lift gates.
Maintain a valid Class A and current DOT medical card. Per Company and/or DOT regulations, report any moving violations to management immediately.
Complete all daily DOT and customer paperwork including delivery tickets, pre and post trip inspections, driver logs, and vehicle service reports.
Required to either transport product across state lines, or if delivering intrastate, to haul some products that originate in other states.
Stock and/or rotate product in warehouse where required.
Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
Know and comply with all Department of Transportation regulations per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations handbook.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas.
Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area. Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
Perform other duties as assigned.