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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $22.50 - $38.50
Work Schedule
Flexible
On-call
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
US3088 Sygma Detroit, part of The Sygma Network, Inc., is a prominent entity within the foodservice distribution industry. Located in the Detroit area with a zip code of 48162, this company operates as a key distribution center under the broader umbrella of Sysco Corporation, the global leader in foodservice distribution. Sysco boasts a massive fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide, and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. The Sygma Network itself specializes in the specialized transportation and delivery of food products, contributing significantly to the supply chain that keeps foodservice operations running smoothly across the region... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma GED equivalent degree
- at least 1 year of tractor trailer driving experience preferred
- valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
- must be insurable to operate a vehicle
- ability to read and speak English
- ability to comply with DOT regulations and food safety protocols
- physical capability to lift and move heavy items up to 50 pounds and push up to 350 pounds with a hand cart
- availability to work overnight weekends holidays overtime and varied start times
- ability to safely operate assigned equipment
- must have reliable attendance and strong communication skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma GED or equivalent degree
- completion of a tractor trailer driving school is acceptable
- commercial driver’s license Class A required
- ability to read speak and understand English sufficiently for job duties
- knowledge of DOT regulations and Hazmat guidelines
- skill in driving long distances over various terrains and weather conditions
- ability to communicate effectively with customers and management
- ability to solve problems and deliver product
- physical ability to perform demanding tasks
- proficiency in operating a 3 axle tractor 45 to 48 foot trailer straight truck onboard computer keypad and hand cart
- basic math skills
- ability to plan and organize work independently
- ability to meet or exceed company productivity levels
Job Duties
- Safely transports product from the warehouse to the customer location and ensures product is delivered on a timely basis according to assigned route
- unloads product from trailer by hand or using hand cart down ramps stairs or docks in all weather conditions and places in designated customer storage areas according to customer specifications and company standards
- picks up loads and unloads damaged goods and customer returns and transports products back to SYGMA warehouse
- ensures all paperwork is completed according to established company and governmental guidelines including DOT electronic or manual logs inspections company vehicle maintenance reports pre and post-trip reports and accurate timely invoicing and reporting of damages and shortages
- ensures all food safety protocols are met such as maintaining proper temperatures inspecting product for damages and preventing cross contamination and maintains sanitary conditions in tractor and trailer and assists with warehouse and yard sanitation
- follows preferred work methods and advises management of any unsafe conditions immediately
- maintains and safely operates all assigned equipment including hand cart pallets load bars SLS unit and personal protective equipment
- develops and establishes good relationships with customers by providing excellent courteous service with clear communication
- communicates with management regarding any deviations to route trailer or loading issues and or customer or product issues
- safely transports product picked up via backhauls and line hauls ensuring correct and timely delivery
- works assigned schedule and outside usual work schedule as needed exhibiting regular and predictable attendance
- performs other duties as assigned by management
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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