OVERNIGHT DRIVER LEAD
$26.75/HR | 24/7 OPERATIONS SUPPORT | WEEKENDS & HOLIDAYS AS NEEDED

WHO WE ARE
Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people—just like you—who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each day. At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you’ll join us!

PAY TRANSPARENCY

• Hourly Pay:$26.75, consistent with our internal compensation framework.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Driver Lead plays a crucial role in coordinating daily distributions, ensuring safe and timely deliveries of quality products to customer stores in a professional, cost-effective manner. This position involves running routes, training new drivers, and supporting the Distribution Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process Compliance: Oversee daily tasks and ensure compliance with manifests, FERs, DOT logs, and driver issue logs.

• Training & Coaching: Facilitate training and provide ongoing coaching to drivers in alignment with company guidelines and Best Practices.

• Fleet Readiness: Monitor the truck fleet daily for cleanliness and proper maintenance to support efficient delivery operations.

• Safety & Compliance: Uphold safety and health standards, including HACCP and OSHA requirements; lead safety meetings, report hazardous conditions, and adhere to Best Practices.

• Incident Management: Manage vehicle crash and workers’ compensation reporting; assist drivers with incident reports and coordinate with Fleet Response as needed.

SCHEDULE

• As needed to support a 24/7 operation, including weekends and holidays; comfortable in a fast-paced nighttime environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• DOT compliant with a valid Driver’s License in state of residence.

• Strong teamwork and effective communication skills to interact with CDC customers and colleagues.

• MVR that meets company guidelines.

• Availability to work weekends, holidays, or as needed for 24/7 operations.

• 21+ years of age.

• Minimum 3 years of verifiable box truck driving experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous training, leading, or supervising experience.

• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work in 35–75°F environments.

• Frequently lift/carry up to 75 lbs and push/pull up to 250 lbs.

• Frequent bending, kneeling, pushing, squatting, and reaching (over shoulder, at waist level, and from the floor).

• Adaptable to a fast-paced nighttime environment to maintain efficiency and productivity.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE AT E.A. SWEEN

• Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.

• Commit to Safety Everyday:See something, say something, do something; practice safe behavior and celebrate safety success.

• Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.

• Think Before Doing and Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what’s right.

• Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult; be open to ideas and feedback; ask questions to understand.

• Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others be successful.

• Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, live the spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Company-Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match – fully vested after 2 years

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Recognition Program (Boss Bucks)

E.A. Sween is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.