Truck Driver, Regional

About The Role

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company which has embraced the vision to delight its customers, while out-performing its competitors, a business which is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values and of course loving chocolate.

The Barry Callebaut regional truck driver will be responsible for the safe and secure transportation of any and all

Barry Callebaut goods throughout the Barry Callebaut network. This role does require overnight in a sleeper truck. This is a private fleet operation.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Safety compliance- Following all safety regulations related to truck operation, including all regulations concerning local, state and federal regulations
• Driving-To safely transport Barry Callebaut materials from any and all Barry Callebaut manufacturing sites, warehouses and vendors in a professional manor
• Ensure accuracy of all Bill of Ladings, by ensuring that products are of and for Barry Callebaut and the accuracy of same and pick-up and delivery as instructed.
• Conduct Pre/Post trip inspections-Are mandatory for commercial motor vehicle drivers, requiring them to check key components like service brakes, parking brakes, steering mechanism, lights, tires, horns, windshield wipers, rear-vision mirrors, and coupling devices before operating the vehicle, ensuring the vehicle is in safe working order
• Route Planning- Familiarizing oneself with routes, navigating through different areas, and adjusting to changing traffic conditions
• Documentation-Maintaining accurate logs of driving hours, deliveries, and other necessary paperwork
• Customer service-Interacting with customers at delivery points, ensuring timely deliveries and the utmost professionalism
• FMCSA HOS- Driver must know, understand and practice all Hour Of service rules and regulations for North America
  
  

About You

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years old (DOT requirement)
• Must have a valid Class A CDL, a valid medical examiners card and an acceptable driving record.
• Minimum of 2 years verifiable truck driving / commercial driving experience.
• Minimum 1 year of Reefer experience
• Pass a pre-employment driving test.
• Pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen and physical exam.
• Knowledge of Traffic laws/DOT regulations
• CDL Class A -Clean driving record, with no more than 2 moving violations within the last 2 years
• Listening and oral communication skills
• Time and Priority Management skills, required
  
  

What You Can Expect From Barry Callebaut

• Competitive salary and our comprehensive benefits package
• 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday off
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.
  
  

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.