Driver

Driver

Incumbent is responsible for transporting and delivering freight to franchise stores and / or production kitchens safely, legally and on-time. This position requires working in environments with variation in temperature and humidity (e.g., dry, cooler and freezer areas of the trailer, along with changing outdoor weather conditions).

Location : Kearny, NJ

Compensation : $39.99 / hr.

Schedule : Monday Friday, no weekends

Dispatch / Start time : 2 : 00 am 4 : 00 am

National DCP, LLC (NDCP) is seeking dedicated and proactive individuals to join our team as a Class A CDL Driver. As the $3 billion global supply chain management company serving Dunkin' franchisees, NDCP is committed to delivering excellence to its customers. Serving over 10,000 quick service restaurants in the U.S. and managing distributions to more than 40 countries, our company makes a local, regional, national, and global impact, and we want you to be a part of our success story.

At NDCP, we are dedicated to making a difference. We value collaboration, innovation, and a strong work ethic. Join our team of passionate individuals who are committed to delivering top-notch service to our customers. As a Delivery Driver, you will play a vital customer-facing role in our mission to provide reliable and efficient supply chain solutions to the Dunkin' franchisees we serve. Bring your fresh ideas and enthusiasm and become a key ingredient in our recipe for success.

Responsibilities

Incumbent is responsible for transporting and delivering freight to franchise stores and / or production kitchens safely, legally and on-time.

• Operates a tractor trailer truck that transports product to and from specified destinations.
• Conduct a proper pre-trip inspection to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.
• Ensures delivery-related paperwork is in order before departing the Distribution Center or transportation hub.
• Prepares, receives and provides appropriate documentation for the delivery of products.
• Unloads cargo and delivers via a two-wheeler hand truck and / or pallet jack in a safe manner into store locations.
• Scans all product labels during store deliveries, and reports all orders with shorts or damages.
• Maintains proper logs of travel and product according to Federal, State and DOT regulations.
• Maintains contact with NDCP's Member Services team to communicate any problems or delays with deliveries.
• Ensures the cleanliness and presentation of the interior of the truck cab, as well as the removal of delivery-related trash at the store and production kitchen (i.e., shrink wrap, cardboard, crates and pallets).
• Conduct a proper post-trip inspection to ensure equipment is in good working order to minimize delays the following day. Reports any vehicle maintenance or malfunction issues to the distribution center.
• Serves as the face of NDCP and the main point of contact between the distribution center and the customer.
• Trains and leverages a Delivery Assistant, as applicable, to ensure the accurate, timely and efficient delivery of product to customer, as well as to assist in the safe maneuvering of the truck entering, exiting and parking at delivery locations.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred

Valid Class A CDL license with a clean driving record. 6-month driving experience minimum, 1 year desired

Possess a current DOT Medical Certification Card and successfully pass DOT pre-employment requirement

Ability to repetitively lift, tug pull 50lbs+ and operate a hand truck and / or hand pallet jack to delivery product to stores over multiple stops per shift

Dependable attendance and a great customer service attitude

IF APPLICABLE - Ability to operate a 10-speed manual transmission

Ability to operate a lift gate and refrigeration unit