Driver 

 

Summary: 

The Driver is a part-time position in which the individual safely transports Salmon’s Meat Products to wholesale accounts of gas stations, grocery stores, mini marts in Northeast Wisconsin. An individual who is a hard-working team player with a high sense of self-motivation and attention to detail will fit well with our Salmon’s Team.  

 

Qualifications: 

  • Strong attention to detail    
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision and well with a small team    
  • Ability to operate a dolly, pallet jack, forklift, automatic and manual truck 
  • Tolerate working in varying cool and warm conditions    
  • Awareness of your work environment to ensure safe work practices    
  • Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License with a clean record is required 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age 

 

Physical Demands:  

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 
  • Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, climbing, bending, lifting and walking 
  • Ability to climb in and out of truck or cooler portion 

 

Work Relationships: 

Supervised by the general manager. Works closely and maintains communication with the shipping coordinator, office manager and wholesale receiving individuals.   

 

Duties: 

  • Operate a manual or automatic truck adhering to all safety practices 
  • Transport meat between the family of businesses (Salmon’s, Ebert Enterprises, Homestead Kitchen & Tap) 
  • Follow designated routes and schedules unless provided with other directions 
  • Represent Salmon’s Meat Products in a positive and professional manner, focusing on customer interaction 
  • Deliver correct amount of product at the proper location 
  • Provide a basic understanding of product, weight of product and invoices 
  • Verify inventory of product before going into the store, may need to modify the invoice if needed 
  • Properly handle cash and check payments for certain accounts 
  • Provide feedback of any market findings or customer thoughts to the office at the completion of every route 
  • Recognize and communicate when equipment is malfunctioning 
  • Track and schedule routine maintenance of oil changes, tire replacement, etc.  
  • Follow equipment cleaning procedures 
  • Practice self-management (is on-time, works at a reasonable pace, maintains internal motivation) 
  • Communicate work-related information with appropriate personnel 
  • Identify opportunities for improving work processes 

 

Perform other related duties as assigned. 

 

Work Schedule: 

Part-time driver shifts are typically 7-9 hours; 2 days a week on Tuesdays and Fridays. There is potential for additional hours depending on staffing needs, therefore this individual shall have the flexibility to adapt to hour changes.

 

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