Truck Driver, Regional
Location : Bethlehem, PA, US, 18020
At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!
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 equivalentMust 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 experiencePass a pre-employment driving test.Pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen and physical exam.Knowledge of Traffic laws / DOT regulationsCDL Class A -Clean driving record, with no more than 2 moving violations within the last 2 yearsListening and oral communication skillsTime and Priority Management skills, requiredWhat You Can Expect From Barry Callebaut :
Competitive salary and our comprehensive benefits package12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday offEnvironment that welcomes workplace flexibilityAn 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 growthBe 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.