Overnight Warehouse Driver Lead

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### **About Us** Odeko is the all-in-one operations and technology partner to more than 20,000 independent coffee shops, cafes and other food establishments. Through the Odeko web portal and mobile app, customers can purchase supplies from hundreds of national and local brands, track ordering trends, finance equipment, and access insurance. Customers that use Odeko can increase their revenue, reduce their environmental footprint, and save significantly on their cost of goods and time spent on vendor management. Odeko is on a mission to continuously develop technology to champion your neighborhood cafes, coffee shops, and other independent F&B establishments. Local coffee shops and cafes are the backbone of any given community, and we’re here to help manage the day-to-day tasks with a platform so intuitive, it’s kinda like magic. The Odeko team is diverse, passionate, and innovative. Our 400+ employees are spread across numerous departments and business lines, but are single-minded in our mission to develop technology to support the many needs of our customers. We believe that small businesses need support now more than ever, and that Odeko is uniquely positioned to provide that support. We are looking for a Driver Lead to join our team in New Jersey. This role oversees driver and vehicle readiness, supports route planning and fleet logistics, and steps in as a backup driver when needed — ensuring every shift runs safely, accurately, and on time. Location: 125 State St, Moonachie, NJ 07074 Schedule: Nights 💰 Pay: $24 - $26/ hr based on experience + up to $700/month in bonuses 🚨 **NO CDL REQUIRED!** Join the best last-mile distribution company with an unbeatable value proposition. If you're a proactive, detail-oriented leader with a last-mile focus and strong driving experience, this is your opportunity to lead a team and put that experience to work. What your shift will look like: - Ensure all drivers complete the pre-shift safety checklist and verify vehicles are in safe, working condition before departure - Proactively monitor fleet maintenance needs, report vehicle issues, and coordinate routine service to minimize downtime - Confirm all assets — including vehicles, fuel cards, and phones — are signed out before departure and signed back in at the end of shift - Oversee van readiness, ensuring each vehicle is staged correctly for loadout with all required supplies - Work alongside warehouse employees to verify delivery audits are completed and the correct products are loaded onto the correct routes - Ensure drivers sign off on their manifest and key audit before departure, and follow the customer's delivery instructions on every stop - Equip drivers with the tools and resources needed for a safe, successful shift — route sheets, safety equipment, and communication devices - Serve as a backup driver when covering callouts to maintain route coverage and delivery standards - Monitor delivery performance throughout the shift, ensuring productivity metrics are hit - Investigate behind-schedule routes in real time and escalate underperformance, exceptions, and delays to the AGM - Review telematics to validate traffic situations and other reported delays Qualifications: - Valid Driver's License - Clean driving record / satisfactory MVR check required - 1+ year of experience safely driving a delivery vehicle (e.g., 26' box truck) in city environments - No CDL required - Experience navigating New Jersey and New York is preferred - Prior experience in last-mile delivery, logistics, or fleet operations is preferred - Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills - Able to lift and handle delivery supplies as needed - Strong customer service skills and ability to follow customer delivery instructions Benefits: - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - 401(k) / Retirement Plan - Paid Time Off - Paid Holidays ### **What you’ll love about Odeko:** - Fast-paced environment and growth opportunities - plenty of room for you to directly impact the company and enhance your career! - Competitive compensation, healthcare benefits, and opportunity for equity - Other great perks - Full lists of benefits available upon request *Odeko is proud to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive employer. We encourage all to apply regardless of educational background, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.*