Full-Time/Perm: Route Driver- Pallet Collection - Cedar Rapids, United States - Brambles

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Full-Time/Perm: Route Driver- Pallet Collection - Cedar Rapids, IA CHEP USA | Brambles T14:37:37+00:00 JR5806 > Full-Time/Perm: Route Driver- Pallet Collection - Cedar Rapids, IA CHEP USA | Brambles Full-Time/Perm: Route Driver- Pallet Collection Cedar Rapids, IA

Posted Date: March 1, 2022

Job Type: Regular Full-Time

Req #: JR5806

Location: Cedar Rapids

Job Category: Asset Management

Brambles companies, including CHEP, help move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organisation on earth. Our 330 million pallets, crates and containers are continuously in motion, forming the invisible backbone of the global supply chain and the worlds biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, sustainably and safely. As pioneers of the sharing economy, Brambles created one of the world's most sustainable logistics businesses through the share and reuse of its platforms under a model known as pooling. Brambles primarily serves the fast-moving consumer goods (e.g. dry food, grocery, and health and personal care), fresh produce, beverage, retail and general manufacturing industries. The Group employs more than 10,000 people and operates in over 60 countries with its largest operations in North America and Western Europe. For further information, please visit

**Job Description**

**Position Purpose**

The CHEP LVR Representative will be responsible for executing multiple less-than-truckload deliveries and collections daily. They will be responsible for route and volume optimization through the development of customer and internal support partnerships. They will be actively involved in the development and implementation of key growth components of the CHEP LVR Program. This will include partnering with multiple internal functions, building and executing project plans as well as leading teammates through training of new processes.

Position will be based in Cedar Rapids, IA or surrounding area. ****Starting** hourly pay $18/hour**

**Major/Key Accountabilities**

Operate a CHEP owned box truck (or similar equipment) in compliance with all DOT Regulations and CHEP Safety requirements

Execute deliveries and collection of empty pallets (and possibly other assets) at locations provided by CHEP as efficiently as possible

Work with local customers on program compliance in order to drive efficiencies and increase collection volumes

Document all delivery and collection data (times, mileages, volumes, customer comments, etc.) and communicate to CHEP LVR support personnel

Visit potential collection locations to explain the CHEP LVR Program, gather data/information with the goal being adding locations to the Programs customer base

Develop, communicate and implement improved processes focusing on key performance areas within the LVR operations

Partner with internal resources to build and execute project plans

Serve as a resource and trainer for LVR Representatives on key performance areas

**Measures**

DOT & Safety Compliance

On Time Performance/Customer Service Levels

Operational Cost Optimization

Total Pallets Delivered/Collected

Customer/Location Growth

LVR Program Cost Performance

**Authority/ Decision Making**

Customer Issue Resolution

Delivery/Collection Prioritization

Working Autonomously

Working within a Matrix Environment

**Key contacts**

Internal:

Asset Recovery Reps

LVR Coordinators

Customer Service Field Reps

Service Center/Operations Supervisors, Clerks and Managers

External:

Key Retail & Manufacturing Customers (Local level)

NPDs (Local level)

Potential Customers (Local Level)

**Qualifications**

Willing to lift 65 lbs. on a regular basis

Must have a clean driving record

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card with no restrictions

Able to execute and optimize provided delivery/collection routes

Strong communication skills

On-the-fly Problem Solving

Comfortable working autonomously

Able to develop relationships with new customers

Strong Analytical skills

Able to lead peers

**Experience**

Multi-stop driving

DOT & Safety Compliance Ownership

Route Optimization/Management

Local Customer Relationship Building

Front line operations leadership

New Customer Development (Desired)

**Skills and Knowledge**

DOT Regulations

Basic Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)

Routing Management Apps/Software (Desired)

Customer Service Programs

**Languages**

Essential:

English

Desirable:

Spanish

**Preferred Education**

High School

**Preferred Level of Work Experience**

3 5 years

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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