Relief Driver Non-CDL

Come join us at Dairy Farmers of America (DFA)!

DFA is a leading global dairy cooperative owned by nearly 9,000 farmer-owners and one of the most diversified manufacturers of dairy products in the world. We produce a wide variety of dairy products enjoyed by families across the globe.

Our employees play a vital role in delivering wholesome dairy products from family farms to family tables. We are committed to producing safe, sustainable, and traceable products while continuously improving the way we work.

At DFA, you'll be part of a team that values safety, quality, collaboration, and service. Your work will help support our farmer-owners, strengthen our operations, and make a positive impact in the communities we serve. Join a cooperative where your contributions matter and where you can take pride in helping feed families around the world.

General information:

• Starting pay: $19.25 per hour
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Preferred candidates reside within approximately one hour of Medina, OH
• Frequent travel and overnight stays are required based on business and route coverage needs
• Company vehicle provided for routes, along with a company tablet and phone
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

General Purpose:

Transport and collect samples, distribute supplies, and monitor coolers and ice machines at assigned customer locations. Provide relief coverage for all ELS sample collection routes within the DFA Mideast Area when an assigned driver is unavailable for any reason. When not providing route coverage, support transportation, and laboratory operations, projects, and related functions.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect and transport samples from assigned customer locations to the central laboratory according to the established schedules
• Keep transportation supervisor informed of any requests or concerns brought to the couriers' attention by customers
• Record sample, route, and cooler information on required forms and logs, including arrival and departure times
• Report any route delays, accidents, vehicle breakdowns, or other issues encountered during collection runs
• Maintain assigned vehicles in good working order and notify management of maintenance needs or mechanical issues
• Clean and maintain sample coolers at collection locations and service log tags as necessary
• Travel overnight as required to support sample collection routes, including frequent overnights stays based on route coverage
• Support transportation and laboratory operations, projects, and related functions as assigned
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee; but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required