Job Overview

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Compensation

Salary
Exact $288,000.00
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid holidays
Paid training
401(k) with Company Match
driver referral program

Job Description

KAG Food Products is a reputable food manufacturing and distribution company known for its commitment to delivering high-quality dairy, juice, and other food products across the United States. Established with a strong focus on customer service and product excellence, KAG Food Products operates as an essential player in the food industry, supported by a network of robust logistics and transportation services. The company prides itself on offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to its employees, fostering a supportive work environment with dedicated terminal managers and reliable, modern equipment to ensure efficient and safe deliveries.

Currently, KAG Food Products is seeking experienced CDL-A Company Truck Drivers to join their team. These positions offer excellent earning potential and the opportunity to become an integral part of a company focused on growth, safety, and driver satisfaction. There are opportunities for both over-the-road (OTR) and regional drivers. OTR drivers can expect to travel 2,500 miles or more per week, starting at a pay rate of 70 cents per mile. Regional drivers traveling between 1,500 and 2,000 miles per week have slightly varied pay rates depending on location, with starters in Springfield at 65 cents per mile and Neosho at 62 cents per mile.

The driver roles come with comprehensive benefits such as delay and breakdown pay at $22 per hour, weekly pay schedules, assigned trucks that drivers can take home, paid holidays, and paid training, orientation, and safety incentives. The company also offers a driver referral program and medical, dental, and vision insurance. Roles include a robust 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and access to dedicated dispatchers available around the clock throughout the year. Drivers at KAG Food Products can expect a yearly average pay ranging from $72,000 to $95,000, making it a highly competitive opportunity within the trucking industry.

For Owner Operators, KAG Food Products offers flexible work options, including regional or OTR assignments, with average weekly pay exceeding $6,000 depending on time spent on the road. Compensation for owner operators includes 72 percent of linehaul and fuel surcharges and payment for demurrage after two hours. The company covers the cost of truck tags and licenses with a weekly payment of $35. Additionally, owner operators benefit from paid holidays, training, orientation, safety incentives, and the driver referral program, mirroring many benefits afforded to company drivers. To qualify, owner operators must maintain trucks that are 10 years or newer and meet specific size and weight requirements, including a maximum height of 13 feet 6 inches and a weight limit of 20,000 pounds. KAG Food Products provides wet kits for unloading trailers to support owner operators in their duties.

This opportunity is perfect for professional truck drivers looking for stable employment with a company that values safety, teamwork, and fair compensation. With excellent support from dispatch and management and a culture centered around employee well-being, KAG Food Products offers an attractive career path for both company drivers and owner operators in the transportation industry. Immediate hiring is underway, and interested candidates can quickly get started by texting APPLY to (330) 681-1554. Join KAG Food Products today and drive your career forward with a company dedicated to your success and satisfaction.

Job Requirements

  • CDL-A
  • 12 months recent and verifiable tractor/trailer experience
  • ability to obtain required tank endorsements
  • owner operators must have a truck that is 10 years or newer no taller than 13ft 6in with a maximum weight of 20,000 pounds
  • valid driver’s license
  • pass background and drug screening
  • reliable work history

Job Qualifications

  • Valid CDL-A license
  • minimum 12 months of recent and verifiable tractor/trailer driving experience
  • ability to obtain required tank endorsements
  • proven safe driving record
  • strong communication skills
  • ability to work independently and follow instructions
  • good physical condition for loading and unloading tasks

Job Duties

  • Operate company-assigned trucks safely and efficiently
  • deliver food products according to schedules and routes
  • communicate effectively with dispatchers and terminal managers
  • adhere to all Department of Transportation regulations and company policies
  • perform routine vehicle inspections and maintenance checks
  • handle paperwork and electronic logs accurately
  • participate in safety training and comply with safety standards

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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