DELIVERY DRIVER JOB OVERVIEW
SANWA FOOD GROUP - SANFORD
We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Delivery Driver to join our team. This position involves more than just driving – you will be responsible for unloading and delivering products directly to customers in a safe, timely, and courteous manner. The ideal candidate takes pride in excellent customer service and is comfortable performing physical labor as part of each delivery
WHY SANWA FOOD GROUP?
Fresh Sanford a division of Sanwa Food Group, has been a pillar in the Community for more than 40 years. Throughout the years we’ve established ourselves as a leader in the food distribution industry. Our array of eclectic grocery, produce and meat selections span the globe, and our customer focus initiatives provides a service that continues to drive our success.
We take pride in creating a diversified culture where our team members are able to grow and learn to excel in various opportunities within our company.
As a Sanwa team member, you will become part of our dynamic, growing company, servicing both retail and wholesale customers in a fast-paced service driven environment. We are looking for truly exceptional individuals to continue the Sanwa tradition of excellence. Come grow with us!
MAIN JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver products to our customer locations in timely, professional manner
- Maintain accurate inventory of packages and materials during loading and unloading
- Load and unload delivery trucks
- Interact professionally with customers, obtaining signatures and confirming delivery details
- Maintain cleanliness and basic maintenance of the delivery vehicles
- Verify delivery instructions and routes to ensure efficient service
- Perform regular safety inspections of equipment in keeping with company’s SOP and OSHA standards
- High standard of integrity and reliability
- Flexible work schedule and availability
- Assist with warehouse loading and staging as needed
- As part of your role, you may be required to perform additional duties or tasks as assigned by your manager or the company. Flexibility and a willingness to take on varied responsibilities are essential expectations for all positions
- Must have a High School diploma or equivalent.
- CDL B Preferred.
- 2 or more years driving experience preferred.
- Must have clean driving record.
- Must be able to pass a drug and background test.
- Must have excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Must be able to work independently, be responsible for route, and work unsupervised 90% of the time.
- Must have a clear understanding of the importance of meeting deadlines and commitments.
- Must be able to performance basic math operations to include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
- Candidates will be subject to all DOT pre-hire requirements
WHY WORK WITH US:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Opportunities for advancement
- Eligible for health, dental, amp; vision insurance (in addition to supplemental policies, life insurance, STD/LTD after 60 days of employment)
- Eligible to participate in Sanwa Food Group 401K investment policy after 6 months of employment (Sanwa matches up to 6%)
- Eligible for holiday pay after 90 days of employment
- Eligible for 2 weeks of PTO after the completion of 1 year of employment
- Supportive team environment