Sales Route Driver

Position Overview: The Route Sales Relief Driver Drives their truck over an established route (in the absence of the regular route driver) to deliver and sell products or render services of the dairy industry to customer's place of business. The driver must follow all Department of Transportation regulations. The successful candidate must keep the inside of the truck clean, perform routine maintenance on truck, and work and drive in a safe, courteous and efficient manner.

Key Responsibilities: The Route Sales Relief Driver shall be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Collects money from customers, makes change, and records transactions on customer receipt. Writes customer orders and instructions; records sales or delivery information on daily sales or delivery record; calls on prospective customers to solicit new business; prepares order forms and sales contracts; informs regular customers of new products or services; and listens to and resolves service complaints. (S)he will be required to climb, crawl, and walk in an upright as well as a bent position to facilitate the following: Load and unload product at destination Place stock on shelves or racks Set up merchandise and sales promotion displays Issue sales promotion materials to customers Collect or pick up empty containers or rejected or unsold merchandise

Required Qualifications: Must have a Class A or B commercial driver's license

Minimum Age: 21, as per Federal D.O.T. regulations Must be able to pass a D.O.T. Physical and Drug Screen

Experience: Past route sales experience and a good driving record preferred

Required Skills/Abilities: Previous experience with data entry. Ability to work well with numbers. Possess the ability to work without direct supervision. Required Soft Skills: Coachable and willing to learn. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Competency Must be able to read and write English and perform basic math calculations. Effective time management skills to achieve results through prioritizing demands. Demonstrates critical thinking skills and effective decision-making skills. Strong attention-to-detail and organizational skills. Must demonstrate proficiency in essential tasks and a willingness to learn.

Working Conditions: Must be able to stand/walk on your feet constantly during your shift. Must be able to repetitively lift up to 50 to 75 lbs. Ability to constantly pull up to 270 lbs. with a pull rod while walking backward. Must be able to work outside and be exposed to the outside weather/temperature conditions. Maintain constant mental focus and constantly be aware of your surroundings. Must be able to work in both very hot (more than 100 degrees) and very cold (less than 20 degrees below zero) and in a very wet and humid environment for extended periods of time. Exposed to noise/vibration, and chemicals. Required to Stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, push and pull, and reach above and below the shoulder. Repetition-Hand/Wrist Simple Grasping, Firm grasping. About Hiland Dairy - "Farmer Owned. Locally Produced. Since 1938." Hiland Dairy was founded in1938in Springfield, Missouri, by two men and fifty cows. From its modest beginnings, it grew steadily into a majorfarmer-owned dairy companyserving much of the Midwest and South. By the mid-1940s, Hiland had added its first production plant and distribution center, expanding beyond milk into products like ice cream and butter. In1955, the company joined the Quality Chekdorganization, reinforcing its dedication to top processing standards. Through the late 20th century, Hiland expanded by acquiring regional dairies across Arkansas, Kansas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas, increasing its reach and product diversity. Today, its offerings include milk, ice cream, yogurt, sour cream, dips, cheese, juice, and iced tea. Stillfarmer-owned, Hiland emphasizes freshness by sourcing milk from nearby farms. The company also invests insustainability initiativesand community engagement, remaining rooted in its founding values of quality, integrity, and local commitment.

Our Mission: Hiland will continually strive to provide high quality products that our customers desire at a competitive price. This goal will be accomplished by the following: Being better than we have to be - setting high standards in performance and quality control and meeting or exceeding those marks. Doing what is right - treating our greatest asset, our people, with dignity and respect. Attracting and retaining high quality people by providing competitive compensation and continually training and upgrading the skills of our people. Provide a reasonable return to our owners - by keeping pace with the market in all areas of our business.

EEO Statement: Hiland Dairy Foods, LLC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.