A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License is required, and the license must not have Restriction E because the trucks use manual transmissions.
The employee must be willing to work both driving and dock days.
Responsibilities
Drive a tractor-trailer on regional routes using a manual transmission and return home every night.
Load and unload materials using a lift truck, pallet jack, or two-wheel dolly.
Weigh incoming material on a floor scale.
Review packing slips and accurately identify products.
Assist the traffic manager with routing.
Complete required paperwork and interact professionally with customers.
Drive a lift truck and assist with shipping and receiving on dock days.
The Short Version: Regional routes (primarily local, with occasional runs to Indiana and Wisconsin). Home every night. Weekly pay. Strong benefits. Monday-Friday. If you're tired of being on the road, this is worth a look.
About SWD Inc.: We're a 200-person metal finishing and fastener sorting manufacturer in Addison, IL -- just west of Chicago. We've been in business since 1980 and run three shifts out of a 250,000 sq. ft. facility. Stable company, stable work.
What the Job Looks Like: Some days you're driving -- regional routes, home every night, no OTR. Other days you're on the dock helping with shipping and receiving. It's a hybrid role that keeps things varied. Schedule is Monday-Friday with a 4am start; occasional weekend work is rare.
Starting at $26.00/hr based on experience, with performance reviews at 60 days, 6 months, and 12 months.
Responsibilities: • Drive a tractor trailer on regional routes using manual transmission -- home every night • Load/unload using lift truck, pallet jack, or two-wheel dolly • Weigh incoming material on floor scale • Review packing slips and accurately identify products • Assist traffic manager with routing • Complete required paperwork and interact with customers professionally • Drive a lift truck and assist with shipping and receiving on dock days
What You Need: • Valid Class A CDL required - no Restriction E (our trucks are manual transmission; Restriction E CDLs are not eligible) • Willingness to work both driving and dock days
What We Offer: Because Better People deserve Better Benefits. – Joining SWD means becoming part of a company that invests in your growth, your wellbeing, and your future. We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you at work and in life.
Weekly Pay Every Friday
401(k) With Company Contributions
8 Paid Holidays
PTO Starts Accruing On Day 1
Illinois Paid Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Company‑Paid Life Insurance & EAP
Fitness Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonuses
*Please Note: This role uses AI‑assisted tools in parts of the hiring process, as required to be disclosed under Illinois law.