Delivery Driver

About the Job!

The Delivery Driver will be responsible for operating a fully-loaded straight box truck and manually unloading, using a hand truck on metal truck ramps, various products (meats, produce, frozen foods, groceries, dry goods, and paper products)to customer drop-off sites while providing excellent customer service. All functions must be completed in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. May also be called upon to do duties of Backhaul.

What You'll Own as a Driver at S&W Foods

You will be responsible for safely operating your delivery truck, delivering products accurately and on time, and providing excellent customer service while following all DOT rules and regulations.

· Touch Freight: Handle and unload freight at customer drop-off sites.

· Pre-Trip Inspection: Complete a pre-trip inspection before departing.

· Route Paperwork & Equipment: Check route paperwork prior to leaving the yard, ensure that you have the correct trailer & tractor, and sign in to the onboard computer with your route number & ID.

· Safe Driving & Compliance: Drive safely & follow all DOT rules & regulations.

· Delivery Accuracy: Deliver all products error-free & in a timely manner.

· Collections & Paperwork: Collect any monies due as indicated by the invoice and complete all necessary paperwork.

· End-of-Route Check-In: Upon return to the yard, empty the trailer and check in with the Inventory Controller with any product returned; separate, sort & account for all invoices as well as sign off on pick up slips; and check in with A/R to ensure there are no questions or issues with paperwork.

· Additional Duties: Perform any other Driver duties that may be assigned.

What Success Looks Like!

Success in this role means consistently delivering products error-free and on time, driving safely in compliance with DOT regulations, and providing excellent customer service on every route. A successful Driver demonstrates reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to helping the team achieve its goals the S&W way!

To Achieve This, You Will Most Likely Have

· Reliability & Attendance: Ability to report to work on time and maintain a good attendance history.

· Safe Driving Record: Safe driving habits & driving record & acceptable MVR.

· Route Delivery Knowledge: Basic knowledge of route delivery.

· Invoice Skills: Able to read & understand an invoice.

· Physical Ability: Able to lift 50+ pounds on a continuous basis.

· Customer Service Attitude: A strong customer service attitude.

Bonus Skills!

Foodservice distribution industry experience, customer service-related work experience, and a Class A license will help you make an immediate impact in this role. Candidates with these qualifications are especially encouraged to apply.

Education & Experience

· Must be at least 18 years of age

· Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent required.

· Minimum one-year driving experience with Class B and/or Class A (preferred) License

· Foodservice distribution industry experience (preferred)

· Customer service-related work experience (preferred)

· Must successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

· Ability to routinely lift and move objects weighing 40-60 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

· Ability to work in all weather conditions.

· Tractor cab, inside trailer and customer premises including coolers and freezers

Benefits

At S&W Foods, we believe that taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our customers. We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term financial security. Our benefits package includes:

· Medical Plans

· Dental and Vision Insurance

· An annual Birthday Holiday!

· Vacation and Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Parental Leave

· 401(k) Plan with Company Matching

· Employee Grocery Discounts

About S&W Foods

We are on the move! As the region's premier independent foodservice supplier, we combine a high-standard, professional work environment with the heart of a family-owned business. We proudly live by our core values every single day: Faith & Family, Genuine, and Our Promise. If you are looking for a collaborative team that treats each other with mutual respect and thrives on delivering excellence, you belong here!