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

Solo driver

Trucking Route

Local
Regional

Experience

Refrigerated trailer: 1 year (Preferred)
Touch Freight: 1 year (Preferred)
Commercial Driving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification

CDL A (Required)

Work Location: In person

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