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KC Truck Driver

Posted On: 10/29/2026

QUANTITATIVE DATA: Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time, including as a driver or passenger in an automobile.  This position requires frequent communication with customers and other employees; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.  Frequent lifting, moving, standing, and handling of production materials and equipment.  Must have the capability of lifting up to 55 lbs. intermittently throughout the shift.  Sufficient manual dexterity to operate machine properly.  Physical ability to do work requiring frequent stooping and bending. Sufficient vision acuity (corrected) to read instructions, operate machines, and visually inspect parts produced.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Pull, package, load and deliver orders as per shipping instructions on traveler and work instructions, using pallet jack or forklift truck. Check and record all items loaded for shipment and prepare required paperwork.  
  2. Create route based on most efficient schedule for Budnick locally delivered items; get receiving slips signed by customer.  Pick up returns or material for use by company as per pick-up sheet instructions.  Verify goods received against packing slips and sign receipts.
  3. Maintain simple record of deliveries, truck mileage and gas receipts.
  4. Follow maintenance schedule for having truck serviced.  Take other vehicles for service when instructed to do so.  Conduct vehicle inspections and complete Drivers Vehicle Inspection Report before and after vehicle is taken out.  Report any mechanical problems to supervisor and maintenance.
  5. Upon completion of shipment, forward documentation to the accounting department.
  6. Utilize company software to perform essential functions (ie: finding location of material, moving material, receiving material, printing pick lists, printing packing slips, etc.)
  7. Perform duties safely and maintain a high level of safety awareness.  Follow operation standards and all department policies and company directives.
  8. Clean department machines and work area on a daily basis.  Work as a team to ensure the entire production area is clean and clutter free.
  9. Assist in general warehouse duties upon completing delivery route.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Assist in process improvements.
  2. Alert team leader to conditions that create delays or affect quality of production work in a timely manner.
  3. Assists with other projects and tasks as required by management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: All candidates must be able to read and write.  A mechanical background is helpful.  All candidates must be able to obtain a CDL, Class A license and achieve DOT Certification, plus have a clean driving record with no serious traffic offenses.

Shift hours: 7:30am- 4:00pm M-F

FLSA Class: Non- exempt

Reports to: KC Plant Supervisor

Location: Kansas City Office

BENEFITS: We offer a full benefit package including paid vacation, holidays, $25,000 of life insurance and short term and long-term disability benefit.  We also offer medical, dental & vision insurance and a 401K retirement plan with a company match of 25% of the 1st 6% the employee contributes.

Starting Salary: $20.00-$22.00/hr. or higher depending on experience.  Starting salary is dependent on experience and ability to pass a basic math test.

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Location:
340 Parkway Drive
Columbia, IL 62236

Hours:
M-F 8am - 4:30pm CST