Material Handler II
Thermo Fisher ScientificSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Food Distribution, LogisticsIndustries
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must have valid CDL A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualified
- Minimum 6 months of commercial truck driving experience or 3 months of foodservice or food and beverage truck delivery experience required
- Able to perform repeated, manual heavy lifting of items up to 80 pounds
- Register to the FMCSA Clearinghouse (required by Department of Transportation)
Responsibilities
- Deliver customers' orders to meet scheduled delivery times and maintain productivity
- Unload products with a hand truck and place items in customer storage area
- Make frequent stops during a work shift
- Deliver product in inclement weather conditions
- Verify delivery of items with customers
- Collect money (cash or checks) where needed
- Deliver best-in-class Customer Service
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What benefits are offered for this delivery driver position?
Benefits start day one and include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), life insurance, and paid parental leave.
Is this a remote position or does it require travel?
This is not a remote role; it involves local delivery routes with home every night, frequent stops, and working in inclement weather.
What qualifications and experience are required for the delivery driver role?
Candidates must be at least 21 years old, have a valid CDL A with necessary endorsements and DOT qualified, and at least 6 months of commercial truck driving experience or 3 months of foodservice delivery experience.
What is the work schedule like for US Foods delivery drivers?
The schedule is Monday through Saturday, starting early morning until finished, with home every night on local routes.
What career growth opportunities does US Foods offer delivery drivers?
US Foods provides a culture of promotion from within, unlimited career growth opportunities, ongoing job skills and leadership development training, paid training, and paid overtime.
US Foods
Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare
About US Foods
US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters
1853Year Founded
$340.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Risks
Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.
$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.
Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.
Differentiation
US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.
The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.
US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.
Upsides
Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.
Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.
Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.
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