CDL Driver 3rd Shift

Airlite Plastics is a premier, privately held, family-owned manufacturer headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Our family style and personal culture is what makes Airlite an amazing place to grow and build a successful career. Airlite’s company values of unquestionable integrity and respect and appreciation for each other are at the core of our success! These values set a strong foundation to build on where we can ‘wow’ our customers with innovative products and sustainable solutions, and continuously improve our processes and efficiencies.

Our product lines include rigid plastic containers and lids for food packaging and cosmetics, dry powder scoops, plastic drink cups, shipping containers, industrial strength insulated concrete forms (ICF) and sustainable permeable paving systems. As pioneers in our industry, focused on sustainable solutions, we strive to provide our customers with top-notch service and quality, which aligns with our award-winning products.

How would you contribute? 

This role is a contributing member of our Airlite Plastics team, located in Omaha, NE.  As a CDL Driver you are a key to continued growth and success of Airlite. This position supports manufacturing and warehouse operations by safely transporting company products between manufacturing and distribution locations and assisting with warehouse operations when driving assignments are not scheduled. The role is based at an assigned manufacturing facility and requires interstate driving during standard business hours. This position combines commercial driving responsibilities with hands-on warehouse support.

Essential Duties: 

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle (tractor-trailer or similar equipment) to transport products between company locations and approved destinations.
• Perform interstate driving in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct required pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
• Maintain compliance with FMCSA regulations, including hours of service, driver qualification files, and medical certifications.
• Represent the company in a professional manner when interacting with internal teams, customers, and external partners.
• Promptly report safety concerns, vehicle issues, or incidents to leadership.

Warehouse Operations (Non-Driving Time)

• Support warehouse operations during periods when driving assignments are not scheduled.
• Load and unload trucks using appropriate material handling equipment.
• Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment as required.
• Receive, store, stage, and distribute manufactured products.
• Verify shipments for accuracy, quality, labeling, and documentation.
• Use basic computer systems and scanners to track inventory movement and shipments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

General Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Maintain reliable attendance in accordance with company standards.
• Report quality, safety, or compliance concerns to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Do you have what it takes? Airlite Plastics is a versatile employer; complacency is not one of our strengths! We work hard each day to ensure that equipment efficiency and customer satisfaction never leave our line of sight. Successful candidates for the role will possess the following: 

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:  

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements as required by law.
• Must maintain good standing with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), including:
• Valid medical certification.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Compliance with all DOT regulations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required forklift certification.
• Prior commercial driving and/or warehouse experience preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This role does not have personnel supervisory responsibilities; however, this role includes working with cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach, and use hands for handling materials.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, and lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment includes manufacturing, warehouse, and outdoor conditions.
• May be exposed to noise, moving mechanical parts, temperature variations, and weather conditions.
• Capability to utilize problem-solving skills
• Must be able to work well with others, build partnerships and support team members
• Able to utilize interpersonal and communication skills in daily work
• Must be self-motivated and positive
• Flexible and adaptable
• Display highest ethical standards
• Detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Upholds and supports organizational goals and Core Values
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Takes initiative and asks for help when needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hand dexterity to operate office equipment including computer keyboards; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather) and extreme heat (non-weather). The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS:

All positions must have a current Job Hazard Analysis attached to the job description. See the JHA located on the Company Intranet:  Corporate Services> Safety> Job Hazard Analysis.

Our Core Values Drive Us! 

• Do you conduct yourself with unquestionable integrity? 
• Do you demonstrate respect and appreciation for those around you? 
• Are you innovative and strive to challenge the status quo? 
• Do you strive for continuous improvement and to deliver the “wow” factor? 
• Do you care about environmentally sustainable solutions? 
• Do you take meaning and pride in a job well done? 

What’s in it for you?  As a Full-Time employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits: 

• Health, dental and vision insurance 
• Company paid life insurance 
• Company paid short term disability 
• Generous 401k match 
• Generous Time Off 
• Annual company activities