Delivery Driver

Hawkins, Inc. is a trusted and well-known leader in the chemical industry for over 80 years. We have opportunities for motivated hard workers to learn and develop a career with our Water Treatment business segment. Our route sales/delivery approach supplies products and equipment to customers in 27+ states, ensuring superb customer service and support. Customers include water and wastewater treatment systems, municipal and commercial swimming pools, industrial process and wastewater facilities, and industries like oil/gas and agricultural farmers/growers.

About the role

Load and unload trucks to deliver products in a safe, timely, and courteous manner. This role requires two overnight runs per month.

Responsibilities

• Professionally deliver products to internal and external customer sites
• Know the equipment (forklift, hose, pump, etc.) and process operations for handling, storing, shipping, and transporting hazardous materials compliant with DOT standards
• Accurately complete required documentation in paper form and/or on a computer, including shipping and receiving paperwork, inventory sheets, inspection reports, etc.
• Provide routine minor maintenance and inspection of vehicles and equipment
• Maintain housekeeping standards
• Apply all product quality and safety standards and report any product safety incidents to the Supervisor, Manager, or designated backup
• Communicate compliance, safety, and equipment needs as personally identified
• Safely operate independently while adhering to all company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and complying with all applicable Federal, State, and Corporate environmental, safety, and health regulations
• Perform other miscellaneous related duties, as needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years previous driving experience required
• Currently holding a Class B CDL with ability to obtain tanker and HAZMAT endorsements
• Satisfactory driving record
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office required; prior MRP or ERP experience preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, reaching, and pulling
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs and ladders
• Ability to wear PPE and equipment such as safety shoes, face shields, safety glasses, safety goggles, hearing protection, gloves, and a hard hat; chemical suits and a hair/beard net when required
• Ability to safely operate an industrial forklift when required
• Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements (for respirator use, SQF-certified environments, etc.)
• Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions
• Willing to work around chemicals and industrial machinery

Pay

$26.00–27.00/hour, plus 5% bonus eligibility.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees and their dependents
• Life insurance, long-term disability (LTD), and short-term disability (STD)
• 401(k) match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
• Paid time off and paid holidays