Delivery Driver - Class B CDL

About the role

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 to supplying products and equipment to our customers in 27+ states ensures superb customer service and support. Our 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. Hawkins is looking for a safe and dedicated Driver to join our team at our Fairborn, OH location. In this role you will be tasked with the loading, delivery, and unloading of products in a safe, timely and courteous manner. While a candidate with a CDL is preferred, no CDL? No problem! We will pay for and work with you to get your CDL!

Responsibilities

• Professionally deliver products to internal and external customer sites
• Responsible for knowing the equipment (forklift, hose, pump, etc.) and process operations of 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 as well as report any product safety incidents to the Supervisor, Manager, or designated back-up (applicable to positions working in accordance with specific plant or company certifications)
• Communicate compliance, safety, and equipment needs as personally identified
• Ability to safely operate independently while adhering to all company Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)s 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 preferred
• Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement (must be 21+ to obtain) and a driving record that meets company requirements
• Currently holding a Class B CDL with ability to obtain tanker and HAZMAT endorsements preferred
• Satisfactory driving records
• 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
• Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds; perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, reaching, and pulling; climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs and ladders; 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; safely operate an industrial forklift when required; adhere to all grooming requirements (for respirator use, SQF-certified environments, etc.); work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions; willing to work around chemicals and industrial machinery

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance,