Truck Driver

Drive finished product, inspect load in trailer, verify count, operate semi-truck.

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. SWR 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

EEO Statement

Smurfit Westrock 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 Westrock also complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination in places where Smurfit Westrock operates.