Feed Delivery Driver

Job Description

Job Title: Delivery Driver

Department:          Trucking

Reports To:           Plant Superintendent

FLSA Status:         Non-exempt

Prepared By:         Countryside Feed LLC

Prepared Date:      June 2020

SUMMARY:  The delivery driver is responsible for delivering bulk and packaged products.  Drivers are to be professional in conduct and appearance and portray themselves as ambassadors for Countryside Feed LLC. The delivery driver is responsible for general vehicle maintenance, vehicle cleanliness; correct loading, unloading and documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Expedite timely delivery of feed, ingredients, and other products throughout trade territory.
•  Provide positive/effective communication and relations with customers and co-employees.  
•  Address customer questions and concerns with supervisor and appropriate office personnel.
•  Learn all areas of computerized load out functions and be proficient in loading own vehicle with proper products.
•  Responsible for upkeep and repairs of all delivery equipment and notify supervisor of repairs to be outsourced.
•  Possess basic knowledge of livestock feed and ingredients and notify management of any product discrepancies.
•  Maintain a clean (inside and outside) and safe delivery vehicle and working environment.  You will be assigned an area of the mill to maintain and to keep clean according to the checklist developed for the area. It is expected that you assist with the cleaning in all areas that require daily cleaning attention at the mill.
•  Maintain, adhere to and promote all safety standards and government regulations maintaining high safety standards.
•  Comply with all DOT regulations including hours of service rule as it applies to Countryside Feed LLC operations.
•  Responsible for fueling and securing trucks (windows up, bulk tank covers closed, lights out, air tanks drained, heaters plugged in, doors locked, etc.)
•  Assist with warehouse functions including operating the bagging line and housekeeping duties.
•  Assist with loading customers with bagged product in the warehouse.  This may include driving the forklift.
•  Assist on other projects in the shop.
•  Must be willing to be cross trained in other areas/positions.
•  Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School diploma. One or more years of class A or B (≥ 26,001 #’s) truck driving experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.   Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and complete DOT and shipping paperwork.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, calculate figures and amounts such as flow rates, volumes and the ability to convert pounds to tons.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Ability to identify and avoid potential hazards.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Minimum:  Valid CDL – Class A with air brakes.  Obtain valid CDL Class A with air brakes and/or other endorsements as equipment and materials hauled may require.  If no CDL, the ability and willingness to obtain a class a within a specified time period.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell.  The employee is frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and explosives.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and/or confined spaces.  The noise level in the work environment in some areas may, from time to time, exceed 85 db.

DISCLAIMER

This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty or responsibility required of the employee.

Countryside Feed LLC Kansas is hiring an Operator for pre-mixing at the Seneca Kansas location. This position involves executing all processes to manufacture the product which includes but is not limited to, the operation of all receiving, grinding, mixing, and associated equipment necessary to perform this responsibility.

Position Requirements and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Must be at least 18 year of age
• Batch and mix feed in compliance with high-quality procedures including FDA and State guidelines.
• Load bulk products onto customer and company trucks.
• Receive and unload bulk ingredients and occasionally operate delivery trucks on company property.
• Roll, grind, and transfer ingredients to maintain proper inventory levels for efficient manufacturing.
• Responsible for daily maintenance and housekeeping of the mill equipment.
• Possess basic knowledge of livestock feed and related ingredients.
• Responsible for operating and assisting the bagging line.
• Assist with loading customers with bagged product in the warehouse. This may include driving forklift.
• Perform daily and monthly physical inventory.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical/Work Environment:

• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move over 100 pounds.
• May frequently need to climb ladders (may range from 20’ to 180’) and stairs.
• Frequently exposed to grain dust, moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat; toxic or caustic chemicals; and vibration.

With 3 feed mills and delivery service across the state of Kansas and beyond, we are always looking for good people to join our growing team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Seneca, KS 66538: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• Forklift Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person - Seneca

• Health insurance

Job Title:               Customer Service Representative - Seneca

Department:          Admin

Reports To:           Plant Controller

FLSA Status:         Non-exempt

Prepared By:         Countryside Feed LLC

Prepared Date:      June 2020

SUMMARY

The Customer Service Representative position requires daily communication with customers for taking orders and routing delivery trucks. This includes communication with the control room personnel for production forecasting.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

(Includes the following and other duties as assigned.)

• Take orders from customers and enter them into the production system utilizing computerized/custom software.
• Invoice customers and mail invoices and monthly statements within time periods specified by the supervisor.
• Process point of sales dollars/funds.
• Provide effective, courteous, and positive communication/relations with customers and co-workers. 
• Prepare and maintain product tags and tag program from Brill Formulation. 
• Maintain Veterinary Feed Directive Records
• Prepare grain settlements for producers and the co-ops.
• Prepare grain bank statements for the co-ops. 
• Cross-train with the Purchasing Representative, including but not limited to inventory management and commodity contracting and accounts payable.
• Possess basic knowledge of livestock feed and ingredients.
• Maintain, adhere to, and promote all safety standards and government regulations maintaining high safety standards.
• Ensure Countryside Feed tags comply with all FDA, State GMP’s, and other governmental regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintain the petty cash drawer

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related accounting experience and/or training; experience in feed or grain environment preferred. Must be proficient in computer operations, knowledge of computer software, and common office platforms.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.   Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, freight, and margins.  Additionally, the employee must possess the ability to convert pounds to tons.   Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.   Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

TRAVEL 

None.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

This position does require a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration.  The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and explosives.  The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and/or confined spaces.  The noise level in the work environment in some areas may, from time to time, exceed 85 db.

DISCLAIMER

This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not designed to cover every activity, duty, or responsibility required of the employee.