Warehouse/cdl Driver

**OVERVIEW**

**CDL Drivers** are the heart of our distribution centers and are critical to the fulfillment of our customer orders. Our Drivers will be responsible for the delivery of materials using a commercial vehicle and are required to have a CDL. This position report to the Distribution/Logistics Manager.

**Hours of work: Monday to Friday - only day runs.**

**Essential Duties and Responsibilities**
- Safe delivery of orders to regional customers sites
- Assist with the loading and unloading of the vehicle.
- Verify all product loads for quantity and quality prior to departure.
- Ensure the truck is road ready by verifying the load is secure and adheres to all FMCS standards.
- Perform pre-trip inspection.
- Utilizing navigation technology to determine optimal route.
- Maintain and update all mileage records.
- Provides customer service excellence when dealing with customers and their employees at customer sites.
- Participate in ongoing personal development opportunities.
- Other duties and responsibilities as requested.

**Work Environment/Physical Requirements**
- The Warehouse Driver position’s work environment involves sedentary and ambulatory activity.
- Communications may be made via paperwork, telephone, and various electronic methods.
- Driver must be able to physically move around facility and climb in and out of trucks/trailers on a regular basis.
- Dusty warehouse and packaging environment.
- Extreme seasonal temperatures.

**Qualifications**
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Company insurable CDL License required - must pass MVR Review.
- Current AZ license with clean CVOR.
- At least 2 years of forklift experience.
- At least 5 years driving and customer service experience.
- Knowledge of load capacity, safety guidelines and general maintenance of CDL truck.
- Self-motivated, high energy, and engaging level of enthusiasm and positive outlook.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational skills and problem solving-skills.
- Must be very detail oriented and meticulous in how work is performed.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook

**About Pestell Nutrition**

Pestell Nutrition is a leading distributor of specialty ingredients in the North American animal nutrition market. We supply our customers with high-quality nutritional additives and ingredients for the animal nutrition and pet food industries. Since 1972, we have used our technical expertise to help our customers create and deliver nutritional solutions for high performance across Canada and the U.S. Pestell Nutrition is specialized in the global sourcing and supply of Feed Additives, Nutritional Ingredients, Macro and Trace Minerals, Pet Specialty Ingredients, and Ag Products.

In 2021, Pestell Nutrition joined forces with Barentz to lead the Animal Nutrition vertical for North America.

**About Barentz**

Barentz is a world class supplier of life science ingredients and specialty chemicals focused on improving the quality and length of life. We provide products that help our customers meet their formulary needs and achieve sustainability goals. We strive to change the conversation by creating value for our customers in a diverse range of end markets by providing technical and regulatory support and offering unique and creative solutions.

Our business leverages an infrastructure of industry leading technology, value-add services, global sourcing & logistics network, and a commitment to creating customer success. This philosophy has enabled Barentz to offer its customers and principal partners with North American capabilities while maintaining a local focus. Every day, we strive to deliver fantastic customer experiences.

If you are looking to join a great company and one that cares about their employees, Pestell is the company to join We are proud of our employees and their commitment to not only the company but to each other and in term we value them greatly

**Salary**: $26.85 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- New Hamburg, ON N3A 2H1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person