Truck Driver - Short Distance

Job summary

The truck driver is responsible for operating company vehicles to transport goods and materials while ensuring the safety and security of the cargo. They must also perform loading and unloading duties, maintain accurate shipping documentation, and conduct daily vehicle inspections.

Job details

Job Title: Truck Driver – Short Distance Job Summary Truck drivers operate heavy trucks to transport goods and materials on the short distance/local routs. Truck drivers will perform some shipping/receiving activities such as loading and unloading trucks, prepare documentations, performing safety checks on the vehicles Responsibility * Support, Foster, Promote and Demonstrate Linamar’s Core Values and Leadership Behaviors. * Maintain balance between customer, employee and financial satisfaction by maximizing facility/department Performance Indicators to align to Linamar’s Stepping Stool of Success Strategy. * Support and maintain department lean initiatives as set out in LPS system requirements. * Familiarity with McLaren’s Business Management System (BMS). * Operate and drive company fleet to transport goods and material to destinations. * Oversee all aspects of vehicles, such as condition of equipment, loading and unloading, and safety and security of cargo. * Perform daily pre-trip inspection of vehicle systems and equipment such as tires, lights, and brakes. * Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures * Record cargo information, distance traveled, fuel consumption, and other information in logbook. * Exhibit safe and courteous driving habits which exclude preventable motor vehicle collisions. * Maintain an acceptable level of performance for scheduled pick-up and delivery times. * Report defects, accidents or violations * Coordinate the staging of shipments according to customer pull signals or shipping schedules. * Prepare all shipping documentation in accordance with customer and export requirements including barcodes, commercial invoices, bills-of-lading, and packing lists. * Arrange shipment of material to required destination in a timely manner. * Drive hi-lo and load/unload trucks as required. Academic/Educational Requirements * HS Diploma and at least 1 year of related experience. CDL-B license required. CDL-A preferred. Required Skills/Experience * Intermediate computer skills. * Valid driver’s license in good standing. * Previous automotive/shipping background preferred * Basic knowledge of MRP and computer systems. * Knowledge of IFS would be beneficial. * Ability to communicate effectively. * Ability to operate a forklift. Must be licensed. * Able to work as a team. * Able to work quickly and efficiently. * Positive attitude with high energy. What Linamar Has to Offer * Competitive Compensation * Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc. * Opportunities for career advancement. * Sustainability Counsel * Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities. * Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts. About Us Purchased by Linamar in 2003, McLaren provides design, development, integration, manufacturing, and testing capabilities that provide our customers a world-class, full-service supplier partner that develops complete vehicle powertrain & driveline systems for both the global electrified and traditionally powered vehicles.

What you’ll do

The truck driver is responsible for operating company vehicles to transport goods and materials while ensuring the safety and security of the cargo. They must also perform loading and unloading duties, maintain accurate shipping documentation, and conduct daily vehicle inspections.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a high school diploma and at least one year of related experience. A valid CDL-B license is required, with a preference for CDL-A, along with the ability to operate a forklift.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation • Drug insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Career advancement opportunities • Sustainability counsel • Community outreach • Auto supplier discounts

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Forklift operation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Truck driving
• Forklift operation
• Shipping and receiving
• Pre-trip inspection
• Documentation preparation
• Logbook maintenance
• Safety compliance
• Computer skills
• Communication
• Teamwork
• MRP systems
• IFS software
• Automotive background
• Cargo Security
• Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections
• Bill Of Lading
• Inventory Staging
• Vehicle Systems
• Truck Driving
• Shipping And Receiving
• CDL Class B License
• Energetic
• Data Recording
• Positivity
• Valid Driver's License
• Brakes
• Barcoding
• Building Management System
• Management
• Collisions
• Computer Literacy
• Powertrain
• Forklift Truck
• Leadership
• Invoicing
• Material Requirements Planning
• Tires
• Loading And Unloading
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job areas

• Logistics
• Transportation
• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Truck Driver
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• Heavy Truck and Lorry Drivers
• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers