Smurfit Kappa Group - US
Truck Driver
1st
shift position (5am to 1:30pm).
Drive finished product, inspect load in trailer, verify count, operate semi-
truck and/or bobtail.
Primary Duties
Frequently sitting for extended periods of time
Safely and efficiently operate a tractor-trailer to deliver finished
products to customers
Load or assist in loading finished product in trailer
Unload or assist in unloading finished product from trailer with a
forklift, hand truck, or by hand
Inspect load in trailer to ensure it is properly loaded and it is the
correct load before leaving
Verify count while truck is being unloaded, as allowed by customers
Operate semi-truck with trailer according to state laws
Transport load by required route to proper destination while observing
all traffic laws and safety regulations
Chock rear wheels of truck or trailer before loading or unloading takes
place
Remove chocks before driving away from loading/unloading
destination
Obtain shipping bill of lading and necessary signatures and return
completed paperwork to shipping office
Complete daily timecard, driver logs, and all other work reports
accurately and in a timely manner
Remove empty pallets from trailer and place in proper storage location
Perform daily services such as - checking the oil level, water level, fuel, and air in tires
Report any maintenance items to supervision immediately
Assist in keeping the shipping warehouse and outside dock area clean
and organized.
Clean assigned vehicle daily
Accurately maintain required driver's logs and other appropriate
Department of Transportation paperwork
Use proper lifting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and bending techniques.
Perform each task in a manner which prevents bodily injury,
equipment, and product damage
Observe all safety and health guidelines
Other duties may be assigned by supervision
Learn relevant local and company requirements, rules and
procedures.
Strictly follows rules and guidelines and always uses the
right procedure for the job. Promptly reports incidents, near-misses,
and unsafe conditions or processes. SKNA employees regardless of
level, position or tenure are responsible for upholding the safety
standards regulations and policies.
Must be able to work any shift, weekends and overtime
Job Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Speak, read, and comprehend English
Write legibly in English
Good physical condition, i.e. able to lift 25-50# on a consistent basis
Must have a valid CDL license for the state applied
Must meet Department of Transportation physical and medical
requirements
Must pass substance abuse screening according to company policy
Requires a high degree of attention and considerable dexterity in the control of a tractor-trailer and in the prevention of damage to materials
and equipment.
About Smurfit Kappa
Smurfit Kappa is a FTSE 100 company and one of the leading providers of
paper-based packaging in the world, with operations in 23 European
countries and 12 countries in the Americas.
EEO Statement
Smurfit Kappa is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate
against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color,
sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual
orientation, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, status as a
Vietnam Era, disabled veteran, special disabled veteran, Armed Forces
Services Medal Veteran, recently separated or other protected veteran.
Smurfit Kappa also complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws,
regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in places where Smurfit Kappa operates.
Our vision is to be a globally admired business, dynamically delivering secure and superior returns for all stakeholders.
Salary info:
$20 - $25 / hr