Job Description
About Quirch Foods
In business for over 50 years, Quirch Foods is a global distributor and exporter of fresh and frozen food products with a unique focus on ethnic cultures. We service our customers from 5 distribution centers strategically located in the United States. We have consistently been ranked among the top 50 exporters in the US and are one of the largest importers of seafood. Our customers include independent grocers, chain supermarkets, foodservice distributors, cruise lines, restaurants and food processors/manufacturers. We have an extensive product list with over 8,000 SKU's and carry niche brands such as Panamei, Mambo and Chiquita along with national brands like Tyson, IBP, Excel, JBS, Iowa Premium, Smithfield, Dietz & Watson, along with many others. We are headquartered in Coral Gables, FL.
Quirch is a portfolio company of Palladium Equity Partners, a leading mid-market private equity fund based in New York City, which partnered with the Executive Team to capitalize on Quirch Foods’ record of excellence and to grow it decisively beyond its current business.
Position Summary
Quirch Foods is seeking an experienced Driver. This position will be responsible for driving a tractor trailer in order to deliver, load, and unload products for our customers. The incumbent will develop and maintain excellent customer relationships while working within the mandates of state and DOT regulations as well as Quirch Foods’ guidelines.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Operate a CMV for the delivery of products in a variety of traffic and weather conditions.
Perform required pre- and post-trip inspections; including, but not limited to: ensuring that correct products are on the truck prior to departure, filling out any required paperwork, and collecting/submitting invoices (checks and/or cash) when required.
Load and unload products for the customers
Maintain all required certifications by DOT and company safety program
Develop expertise of our products, inventory controls, and procedures
Provide exceptional customer service
Other Duties As Assigned
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with a clean driving record
- Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience
- Must possess and be able to present a valid non-expired interstate Medical Card
- Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 100 pounds on a regular basis
- Must be able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or walk; as well as sit for long periods of time
- Must be able to effectively communicate in English within the context of the job and safety requirements
- Must be able to comply with truck driving rules and regulations, as well as with company policies and procedures
- Must have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
- Must pass pre-employment testing (Drug Screen, Background Check)
- Meets or exceeds minimum requirements established by Quirch Foods and FMCSR
Benefits You Will Enjoy
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Plan, Disability Plan, Life insurance Plan
- 401K savings Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Personal Time off
- Employee Discounts
Quirch Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Trucking Driver Type
Trucking Route
Experience
- Refrigerated trailer: 1 year (Preferred)
- Touch Freight: 1 year (Preferred)
- Commercial Driving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification
Work Location: In person
