Part Time Courier / Driver For Food Testing Lab

Since 1967, Deibel Laboratories has operated several private Food Testing facilities providing services in both Microbiology and Chemistry testing. We play an integral role in food and product safety for industry-leading producers, as well as family-run operations much like our own. Our location in Lakeland, FL is currently looking to hire part-time Courier / Delivery Driver

We offer a competitive salary based on knowledge and experience.

Check out our website to learn more about our location and what we do: www.DeibelLabs.com.

Compensation: Starting (US) hourly rates $15 - $178 D.O.E.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 10am - 3pm,

Must possess a clean driving record (5 years or more).

All employment offers will be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) which must be clear to proceed.

If offered/selected for the position you will be asked to provide an MVR printout from the DMV on the first day of employment.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Entry Level Position: We Are Happy to Train
• Follow all internal laboratory and State regulations while taking samples and driving to and from the laboratory/clients’ sampling site
• Interact with customers during sample collection and submission
• Strive to maximize driving route efficiency
• Maintain records of samples and transportation data per relevant procedures
• Maintain sampling supply/equipment inventory
• Complete vehicle operational logs and minor maintenance as needed
• Follow good documentation practices, data integrity principles, and safety behaviors
• Promote a professional company image through exemplary customer relationship skills
• Refer customer inquiries, routing or schedule change requests, and/or complaints to the appropriate Manager
• Ensure proper sample submission and chain of custody protocols are followed
• Suggest and implement continuous process improvement initiatives
• Support laboratory-based functions including sample intake/preparation, cleaning, etc.
• Perform other activities as assigned by management

We'd Love to Hear from People:

• Who are at least 25 years of age (for vehicle insurance purposes)
• Who live within 30 miles of Lakeland, FL
• Who have previous long-distance driving / delivery experience
• Who have a valid driver’s license; and have and maintained a clean DMV driving record for at least the previous 5 years
• Who are able to pass a background check
• Who will maintain a professional appearance
• Who demonstrate a passion for getting things done the right way, display confidence in offering suggestions to enhance process efficiency, and the ability to take direction well
• Who fluently read, write, and speak English and must be able to program and follow driving navigation software
• Who can follow written and verbal instructions; work effectively within a collaborative team
• Who have strong attention to detail; must possess excellent planning skills
• Who are able to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Who are comfortable sitting for long periods of time; may also be subject to bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) and have at least 1 year of previous driving experience.
• Reliability, a good work ethic, and a willingness to learn.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Deibel is committed to fostering a diverse and welcoming workplace with people of all types of backgrounds and experiences.
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