Blog Post: Interview Tips from the McLane "Pros"

Hitting submit on a job application is a big step. Waiting for the call to interview feels like an eternity. How, then, do you improve your chances of acing that interview when the call comes?

We asked a few members of the McLane Talent team to share their best suggestions for a successful onsite interview. Here’s what they told us:

• Make a connection with the interviewer. Building a relationship starts with the interview.
• Be yourself; they can tell if you’re acting.
• Present a good understanding of job responsibilities.
• Present a good understanding of McLane (Do you know what we do?).
• Ask good questions regarding the specifics of the job (schedule, extra board procedures).
• Express your interest in becoming a part of the team.
• Take a copy of your resume, medical card and license (Drivers) and be prepared for a tour and/or road test by wearing appropriate shoes (closed-toed/boots/etc.).
• We consider drivers the face of our company. Be prepared to succeed by projecting confidence and professionalism.

We really loved this tip from Kelly S., one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists: As we’ve talked on the phone, I’ve already given you a sneak peek of some of the most important things the hiring team is going to bring up in your onsite interview – use that to your advantage. After our call, take some time to sort through your experiences, your characteristics, etc. and determine which ones most closely align with the role we discussed. Then, when the time comes, you’ll feel cool and calm because you’ve already collected your thoughts and your answers.

Joining the team at McLane Company is to join a group of people driven to be their best every day. We work hard, together, to take care of each other, our customers, and the communities we serve. From all of us in the Talent team, we wish you the very best of luck with your job search and hope we see you down the road!